Description

2-Amino-4H-1-Benzopyran-4-One is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block. Its value lies in its fused benzopyranone core, which is a privileged scaffold in medicinal chemistry for developing bioactive molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Material Science: Serves as a fundamental scaffold for creating complex organic molecules, dyes, and advanced functional materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Its benzopyranone structure makes it a candidate for developing fluorescent markers and sensors in biochemical assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4H-1-Benzopyran-4-One
CAS No.	38518-76-2
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminochromone; 2-Amino-4-chromone; 2-Amino-4H-chromen-4-one; 2-Amino-1-benzopyran-4-one; 2-Amino-4-oxo-4H-chromene; Chromone-2-amine; 2-Amino-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; 2-Amino-4H-chromen-4-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4H-1-Benzopyran-4-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.