Description

5-Hydroxycoumarin is a versatile organic compound belonging to the coumarin family, serving as a key synthetic intermediate and functional building block. Its phenolic hydroxyl group makes it a valuable precursor for the synthesis of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fluorescent dyes. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing anticoagulant agents, antimicrobial compounds, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides due to its core coumarin structure.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for creating coumarin-based fluorescent dyes and sensors used in analytical chemistry and bio-imaging.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A fundamental reagent in organic chemistry for constructing heterocyclic compounds and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Fragrance and Flavor Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of certain coumarin derivatives used in perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxycoumarin
CAS No.	6093-67-0
Molecular Formula	C9H6O3
Molecular Weight	162.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 5-Hydroxy-1-benzopyran-2-one; 5-Hydroxy-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 5-Hydroxycoumarin; 5-Hydroxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene; NSC 407259; 5-Hydroxy-2-chromenone
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxycoumarin is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	248 - 252 °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.