Description

6-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-5-Nitrochromone is a specialized nitro-substituted chromone derivative, a key heterocyclic scaffold in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate, enabling the development of novel molecules with targeted biological and material properties. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammation or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive chromone core.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing complex dyes, pigments, and functional organic materials.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and institutional laboratories for studying heterocyclic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Material Science: Investigated for potential use in creating organic semiconductors or photoactive components due to its nitro-chromone structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-5-Nitrochromone
CAS No.	30095-72-8
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO5
Molecular Weight	221.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-6-hydroxy-2-methylchromone; 2-Methyl-5-nitro-6-hydroxychromone; 6-Hydroxy-2-methyl-5-nitro-4H-chromen-4-one; 5-Nitro-6-hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-chromen-4-one; 6-Hydroxy-2-methyl-5-nitro-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-5-Nitrochromone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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