Description

7-(Carboxymethoxy)-4-Methylcoumarin is a functionalized coumarin derivative characterized by a carboxymethoxy substituent at the 7-position. This compound serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block for the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging the coumarin scaffold's biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the coumarin structure is a core component.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating fluorescent tags, sensors, and optical brightening agents due to the inherent photophysical properties of coumarins.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A valuable intermediate for introducing the carboxymethoxy functional group into target molecules in academic and industrial research settings.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of organic electronic materials, polymers, and coatings that require specific light-absorbing or emitting properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(Carboxymethoxy)-4-Methylcoumarin
CAS No.	64700-15-8
Molecular Formula	C12H10O5
Molecular Weight	234.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-7-(carboxymethoxy)coumarin; 7-Carboxymethoxy-4-methylcoumarin; 4-Methylumbelliferone-7-carboxymethyl ether; 7-(Methoxycarbonylmethoxy)-4-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 4-Methyl-7-(methoxycarbonylmethoxy)coumarin; 7-(Carboxymethoxy)-4-methyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-(Carboxymethoxy)-4-Methylcoumarin is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.