Description

3-Methoxycarbonyl-2-Oxo-α-Chromene-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity chromene derivative, a crucial advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its versatile functional groups, which enable its use as a key building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with chromene or coumarin-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a versatile synthon for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research.
• Dye and Pigment Research: Acts as a starting material for developing new chromophoric systems and functional dyes.
• Material Science: Investigated for the preparation of organic electronic materials and polymers with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxycarbonyl-2-Oxo-α-Chromene-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6468-71-9
Molecular Formula	C12H8O6
Molecular Weight	248.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Carboxy-3-methoxycarbonyl-2-oxo-2H-chromene; 3-Carbomethoxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene-6-carboxylic acid; 2-Oxo-3-methoxycarbonyl-2H-chromene-6-carboxylic acid; Methyl 2-oxo-6-carboxy-2H-chromene-3-carboxylate; 3-Methoxycarbonyl-2-oxochromene-6-carboxylic acid; 6-Carboxy-3-methoxycarbonylcoumarin; 3-Methoxycarbonylcoumarin-6-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxycarbonyl-2-Oxo-α-Chromene-6-Carboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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