Description

2,2-Dimethyl-5-Hydroxy-4-Keto-Benzopyran is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzopyran class, characterized by its distinct hydroxy and keto functional groups. This structural motif makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and a key building block for the development of more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. Its precise structure allows for targeted modifications in the synthesis of novel compounds with potential biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating complex organic molecules in research and specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and study of new agrochemicals, such as herbicides or plant growth regulators, due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating novel polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing organic dyes and pigments, leveraging its chromophoric benzopyran core.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in chemical research for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethyl-5-Hydroxy-4-Keto-Benzopyran
CAS No.	4236-32-2
Molecular Formula	C11H10O3
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; 2,2-Dimethyl-5-hydroxy-4-chromone; 5-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylchromone; 5-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-4-chromone; NSC 403169; 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-; 5-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-4-oxo-4H-chromene
EINECS	224-207-4

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dimethyl-5-Hydroxy-4-Keto-Benzopyran is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.