Description

2-Methyl-4-[(2-Oxo-2H-1-Benzopyran-7-Yl)Oxy]-2-Butenal is a specialized organic compound featuring a coumarin-derived structure linked to an unsaturated aldehyde. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers due to its conjugated coumarin system.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4-[(2-Oxo-2H-1-Benzopyran-7-Yl)Oxy]-2-Butenal
CAS No.	38971-86-7
Molecular Formula	C14H12O4
Molecular Weight	244.24 g/mol
Synonyms	7-[(3-Methyl-4-oxo-2-butenyl)oxy]-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 2-Butenal, 2-methyl-4-[(2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl)oxy]-; 7-Hydroxycoumarin 4-oxo-2-butenyl ether derivative; Coumarin aldehyde intermediate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methyl-4-[(2-Oxo-2H-1-Benzopyran-7-Yl)Oxy]-2-Butenal adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research and development purposes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.