Description

3-Methoxy-4-Hydroxy-2H-1-Benzopyran-2-One is a high-purity synthetic organic compound belonging to the coumarin derivative family. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile key intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its specific benzopyranone core structure. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for developing active ingredients and novel molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in research and production of complex organic molecules, including dyes, pigments, and advanced materials.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or a precursor in biochemical assays and pharmacological studies due to its coumarin-based structure.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the research and synthesis of new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: May be utilized as a precursor for synthesizing certain aroma chemicals, leveraging the coumarin-related scent profile.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and as a starting material for heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-4-Hydroxy-2H-1-Benzopyran-2-One
CAS No.	37571-01-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈O₄
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycoumarin; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxycoumarin; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-1-benzopyran-2-one; NSC 163022; Coumarin, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxy-4-Hydroxy-2H-1-Benzopyran-2-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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