Description

6-Bromo-2H-Chromene-3-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile brominated chromene derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized scaffold for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and pharmacologically active molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides by acting as a precursor for bioactive chromene structures.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the synthesis of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for cyclization reactions, cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck), and as a substrate for further functionalization.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in university and government labs for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions involving halogenated heterocycles.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential precursor in the development of specialized dyes and fluorescent markers due to the chromene core.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2H-Chromene-3-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	66670-55-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁BrO₃
Molecular Weight	283.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 6-Bromo-2H-chromene-3-carboxylate; 6-Bromo-2H-1-benzopyran-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 6-Bromochromene-3-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 6-Bromo-2H-1-benzopyran-3-carboxylic acid, ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-bromo-2H-1-benzopyran-3-carboxylate; 6-Bromo-2H-chromene-3-carboxylic acid, ethyl ester; 6-Bromo-2H-chromene-3-carboxylate ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-2H-Chromene-3-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.