Description

8-Acetyl-7-Hydroxycoumarin is a functionalized coumarin derivative, a versatile organic intermediate prized for its unique photophysical and chemical properties. Its core value lies in its ability to serve as a key building block for synthesizing advanced fluorescent probes, optical brighteners, and complex heterocyclic compounds. This high-purity intermediate is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with fluorescent tags for bioimaging or targeted therapeutic agents.
• Fluorescent Probe & Sensor Development: Used to create sensitive chemosensors for detecting metal ions (e.g., Al³⁺, Fe³⁺) or biological molecules due to its inherent fluorophore structure.
• Optical Brightening Agent (OBA) Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate for manufacturing coumarin-based brighteners used in paper, textiles, and detergents.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in developing new active ingredients for crop protection, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Investigated as a core component for emitting layers in display and lighting technologies.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: A building block for synthesizing specialized dyes with specific light-absorption and emission characteristics.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in chemical research for studying photochemical reactions, energy transfer processes, and as a model compound.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Acetyl-7-Hydroxycoumarin
CAS No.	6748-68-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₈O₄
Molecular Weight	204.18 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxy-8-acetylcoumarin; 8-Acetylumbelliferone; 8-Acetyl-7-hydroxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 8-Acetyl-7-hydroxy-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 7-Hydroxy-8-acetyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 8-Acetyl-7-hydroxy-chromen-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Acetyl-7-Hydroxycoumarin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch 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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.