Description

3-Ethyl-4-Methyl-7-(2-Oxopropoxy)Chromen-2-One is a specialized coumarin derivative, a class of compounds valued for their versatile chemical and biological properties. This high-purity intermediate is critical for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, offering a unique structural motif for developing novel active ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymatic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the coumarin core.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating sensitive fluorescent dyes and molecular probes used in biochemical assays and diagnostics.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Investigated as a potential component in the development of advanced organic electronic materials due to its conjugated structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in custom and contract synthesis for producing complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-4-Methyl-7-(2-Oxopropoxy)Chromen-2-One
CAS No.	296265-89-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆O₄
Molecular Weight	260.29 g/mol
Synonyms	7-(2-Oxopropoxy)-3-ethyl-4-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 3-Ethyl-4-methyl-7-(2-oxopropoxy)-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 3-Ethyl-4-methyl-7-(pyruvyloxy)coumarin; 7-(Pyruvyloxy)-3-ethyl-4-methylcoumarin; 296265-89-9; Coumarin derivative, 3-ethyl-4-methyl-7-(2-oxopropoxy)-; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

We supply 3-Ethyl-4-Methyl-7-(2-Oxopropoxy)Chromen-2-One in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.