Description

Methyl 2-Oxo-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-2H-Chromene-3-Carboxylate is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound, specifically a substituted chromene derivative, that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique bicyclic structure, which provides a valuable scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and advanced functional materials requiring chromene-based structures.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in methodological chemistry for studying cyclization reactions and heterocycle formation.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals due to its oxygenated bicyclic framework.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Oxo-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-2H-Chromene-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	85531-80-2
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-oxo-2H,5,6,7,8-tetrahydrochromene-3-carboxylate; 3-Carbomethoxy-2-oxo-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2H-chromene; Methyl 2-oxochroman-3-carboxylate; 2-Oxo-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2H-chromene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Methoxycarbonyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydrocoumarin; 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-3-methoxycarbonylcoumarin; Tetrahydro-3-methoxycarbonylcoumarin; Coumarin-3-carboxylic acid, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Oxo-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-2H-Chromene-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging to maintain product integrity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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