Description

6-Methylcoumarin is a versatile organic compound belonging to the coumarin family, valued for its unique aromatic and structural properties. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and functional ingredient in advanced chemical synthesis and product formulation. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a key aromatic component and fixative in the creation of complex perfumes, soaps, and cosmetic formulations due to its sweet, hay-like scent.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a vital synthetic precursor for the development of various pharmacologically active molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated for use in electronic materials and as a potential component in the manufacture of fluorescent dyes and optical brighteners.
• UV Absorbers and Sunscreens: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing compounds with ultraviolet filtering capabilities.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or reagent in organic chemistry research, particularly in studies involving heterocyclic compounds and photochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methylcoumarin
CAS No.	92-48-8
Molecular Formula	C10H8O2
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 6-Methyl-1,2-benzopyrone; 6-Methylcoumarin; 6-MC; NSC 406170; 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-2-chromenone; Toncarine
EINECS	202-158-8

Quality Control

Our 6-Methylcoumarin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	73 - 77 °C
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.