Description

5-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-Chromen-2-One is a high-purity chromone derivative, a key structural motif found in numerous bioactive natural products. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and a reference standard in analytical chemistry. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and nutraceutical sectors for drug discovery and the synthesis of novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of novel chromone-based drug candidates with potential therapeutic activities.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR for quality control and method validation in research and manufacturing.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and other biological pathways where the chromone scaffold is active.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor in the research and synthesis of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Used in the semi-synthesis or total synthesis of complex natural products containing the 5-hydroxy-7-methoxychromone moiety.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential application in the development of organic semiconductors or fluorescent materials due to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-Chromen-2-One
CAS No.	23053-61-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈O₄
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 5-Hydroxy-7-methoxycoumarin; 7-Methoxy-5-hydroxycoumarin; 5-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-1-benzopyran-2-one; 23053-61-4; 5-Hydroxy-7-methoxychromen-2-one; 7-Methoxy-5-hydroxychromen-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-Chromen-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.