Description

2-Coumaranone is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound with a benzofuranone core structure, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its unique molecular framework makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzofuran-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor or core unit in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and emissive layers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Utilized in the creation of complex aroma chemicals and fragrance compounds.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Coumaranone
CAS No.	553-86-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6O2
Molecular Weight	134.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2(3H)-Benzofuranone; Coumaran-2-one; 2-Oxodihydrobenzofuran; 2,3-Dihydrobenzofuran-2-one; 3-Hydroxybenzofuran; 2-Coumaranon; Benzofuran-2(3H)-one; 2-Oxo-2,3-dihydrobenzofuran
EINECS	209-050-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Coumaranone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	47 - 51 °C
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.