Description

3-Phenylumbelliferone is a versatile and high-value synthetic organic compound belonging to the coumarin family. It serves as a critical intermediate and functional material in advanced research and industrial synthesis, prized for its unique photophysical properties. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or fluorescent probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibition.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Synthesis: Acts as a core structure for developing sensitive fluorescent dyes, markers, and sensors used in biochemical assays, diagnostics, and cellular imaging.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bioactive coumarin scaffold.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other optoelectronic devices due to its luminescent properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in methodological studies, organic synthesis, and photochemistry research.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Potential intermediate for UV-absorbing compounds or specialty additives in high-end cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenylumbelliferone
CAS No.	6468-96-8
Molecular Formula	C15H10O3
Molecular Weight	238.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenyl-7-hydroxycoumarin; 7-Hydroxy-3-phenylcoumarin; 3-Phenyl-7-hydroxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 3-Phenylumbelliferon; NSC 407259; 3-Phenyl-7-hydroxy-1-benzopyran-2-one
EINECS	229-290-7

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for 3-Phenylumbelliferone to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical processes. Our standard material typically meets a purity specification of ≥98.0% (HPLC), with comprehensive testing for identity, purity, and related substances. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, and we can support compliance with cGMP, ISO, and other relevant quality management system requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	245 - 250 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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