Description

6-Hydroxy-4H-Chromene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile chromene derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both phenolic and carboxylic acid functionalities, makes it a valuable precursor for developing novel compounds with specific biological or material properties. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammation, cancer, or neurological disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage the chromene scaffold's bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers due to its conjugated chromene core.
• Material Science: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors, photoresponsive materials, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxy-4H-Chromene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	773873-60-2
Molecular Formula	C10H8O4
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxy-4H-chromene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-6-hydroxy-4H-chromene; 6-Hydroxy-4H-1-benzopyran-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Hydroxycoumarin-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Hydroxy-2H-chromene-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Hydroxy-4-chromenecarboxylic acid; 773873-60-2
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Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxy-4H-Chromene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive and hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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