CAS 55977-10-1: 3-bromo-7-hydroxy-4-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one

3-Bromo-7-hydroxy-4-methylchromen-2-one is an organic compound with the molecular formula CHBrNO. It is a colorless solid that is soluble in organic solvents. 3-Bromo-7-hydroxy-4-methylchromen-2-one has shown antiviral activity against the pandemic Covid 19 virus, as well as activity against influenza A and B viruses. This compound also has been shown to be active against methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Clostridium perfringens. 3BRMCHM2O binds to DNA by covalent binding and inhibits the synthesis of RNA, causing cell death in bacteria. The compound can be accessed through two routes: one involving phenylhydrazine and hydrazines, and another involving ionic liquids and ionic reagents. The reaction time for this reaction is very short (10 minutes