Description

9-Oxo-9H-Xanthene-1-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity xanthone derivative, a versatile organic intermediate prized for its unique fused-ring structure. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers developing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and complex organic molecules within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with xanthone-based scaffolds for potential therapeutic applications.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized dyes, fluorescent markers, and high-performance pigments due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in creating advanced active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its complex heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a potential component in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry and material science.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Precursor: Its structure makes it suitable for developing compounds used in polymer curing and light-stabilizing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Oxo-9H-Xanthene-1-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	85636-86-8
Molecular Formula	C15H10O4
Molecular Weight	254.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 9-oxo-9H-xanthene-1-carboxylate; 1-(Methoxycarbonyl)-9H-xanthen-9-one; 9-Oxo-9H-xanthene-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Xanthene-1-carboxylic acid, 9-oxo-, methyl ester; 9H-Xanthen-9-one, 1-(methoxycarbonyl)-; Methyl 9-oxoxanthene-1-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Oxo-9H-Xanthene-1-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester 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. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 incompatible materials. This product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.