Description

7-Hydroxy-4,8-Dimethylcoumarin is a substituted coumarin derivative, a versatile organic compound belonging to the benzopyrone family. This compound serves as a crucial pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules with potential biological activity. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for its role in developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, or anticoagulant pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to the bioactive coumarin core.
• UV Absorber & Fluorescent Dye Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating compounds used in sunscreens, optical brighteners, and fluorescent markers.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to construct complex heterocyclic compounds for research and specialty chemical applications.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient Intermediate: Used in the production of certain coumarin-based fragrance and flavor components.
• Research & Development: A standard compound for biochemical and pharmacological research to study coumarin derivatives' properties and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxy-4,8-Dimethylcoumarin
CAS No.	4115-76-8
Molecular Formula	C11H10O3
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4,8-Dimethyl-7-hydroxycoumarin; 7-Hydroxy-4,8-dimethyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 7-Hydroxy-4,8-dimethyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 4,8-Dimethylumbelliferol; 7-Hydroxy-4,8-dimethylchromen-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxy-4,8-Dimethylcoumarin is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent quality, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

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