Description

Ethyl 2-Oxo-2H-Chromene-4-Carboxylate is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the coumarin family, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides a reactive scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with potential anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, or antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides that leverage the coumarin core structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor or core structure in the development of organic electronic materials and fluorescent dyes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or intermediate for synthesizing complex natural product analogs, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cyclization reactions and heterocycle formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Oxo-2H-Chromene-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	4825-95-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₄
Molecular Weight	218.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Coumarin-4-Carboxylate; Ethyl 4-Carbethoxycoumarin; Ethyl 4-Carboxycoumarin; 4-Carbethoxycoumarin; 2-Oxo-2H-chromene-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-4-carboxylate; 4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)coumarin
EINECS	225-411-2

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Oxo-2H-Chromene-4-Carboxylate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and development applications.

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 heat sources and 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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