Description

1-Chloromethyl-Benzo[F]Chromen-3-One is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a fused benzochromenone core functionalized with a reactive chloromethyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with chromenone-based structures for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators where the benzochromenone scaffold is biologically active.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive chloromethyl group facilitates further functionalization, making it valuable for creating custom ligands, dyes, or complex organic molecules.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or photoconductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or activity-based probes for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloromethyl-Benzo[F]Chromen-3-One
CAS No.	41295-62-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₉ClO₂
Molecular Weight	256.68 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)benzo[f]chromen-3-one; 1-Chloromethylbenzo[f]chromen-3-one; 1-Chloromethyl-3H-benzo[f]chromen-3-one; NSC 339586; 3H-Benzo[f]chromen-3-one, 1-(chloromethyl)-; 1-Chloromethyl-3-oxo-3H-benzo[f]chromene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Chloromethyl-Benzo[F]Chromen-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and development use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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