Description

(4-Ethyl-7-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-5-Yloxy)-Acetic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized coumarin derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for the development of novel active molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new compounds with targeted biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new active ingredients in crop protection products, such as herbicides and fungicides.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: The coumarin core structure makes it suitable for creating dyes and molecular probes used in biochemical assays and diagnostics.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in custom and contract synthesis for creating complex, value-added specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in research laboratories for studying structure-activity relationships and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Ethyl-7-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-5-Yloxy)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	690681-33-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄O₅
Molecular Weight	262.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(Carboxymethoxy)-4-ethyl-7-methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran; 2H-1-Benzopyran-5-ol, 4-ethyl-7-methyl-2-oxo-, 5-acetate; (4-Ethyl-7-methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-5-yl)oxyacetic acid; 4-Ethyl-7-methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-5-yloxyacetic acid; 5-(Carboxymethoxy)-4-ethyl-7-methylcoumarin; Coumarin-5-yloxyacetic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our (4-Ethyl-7-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-5-Yloxy)-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FTIR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting research and production standards. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.