Description

8-Acetyl-7-Methoxycoumarin is a functionalized coumarin derivative, a versatile organic intermediate prized for its unique photophysical and chemical properties. This compound is essential for advanced research and development in fine chemical synthesis, particularly for creating novel compounds with specialized functions. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications ranging from fluorescent probes to active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Synthesis: Used to develop advanced fluorescent markers, sensors, and dyes for bio-imaging, analytical chemistry, and diagnostic applications due to its coumarin backbone.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a core component or dopant material in the emissive layers of OLED devices for displays and lighting.
• Photoinitiator & Photopolymerization: Acts as a photoactive component in formulations for UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for synthetic organic chemists exploring new reactions, heterocyclic chemistry, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	8-Acetyl-7-Methoxycoumarin
CAS No.	89019-07-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₄
Molecular Weight	218.21 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methoxy-8-acetylcoumarin; 8-Acetyl-7-methoxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 8-Acetyl-7-methoxy-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 7-Methoxy-8-acetyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 8-Acetyl-7-methoxy-2-chromenone; 8-Acetyl-7-methoxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Acetyl-7-Methoxycoumarin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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