Description

7-(Benzyloxy)-2H-Chromen-2-One is a specialized organic compound belonging to the coumarin derivative family. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactive coumarin scaffold.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for developing coumarin-based fluorescent dyes and sensors used in biochemical assays and imaging.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: A potential intermediate for creating electron-transport or emissive layer materials in organic electronics.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in custom and contract synthesis for producing complex, high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(Benzyloxy)-2H-Chromen-2-One
CAS No.	31005-04-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	252.27 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Benzyloxycoumarin; 7-Benzyloxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 7-(Phenylmethoxy)-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 7-O-Benzylumbelliferone; NSC 403697; 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 7-(phenylmethoxy)-; 7-Benzyloxy-2-chromenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-(Benzyloxy)-2H-Chromen-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.