2-Coumaranone
CAS Number553-86-6
FormulaC8H6O2
Mol. Weight134.13 g/mol
2-Coumaranone
What is 2-Coumaranone?
2-Coumaranone is a chemical compound with CAS number 553-86-6 and molecular formula C8H6O2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
2-Coumaranone has been used to study the effects of coumarins on 7,12-dimethyibenz(a)anthracene induced neoplasia of the rat mammary gland1. It was employed as probe for detecting enzymes which hydrolyze 2-hydroxybenzofuran structures2.
Specifications
Molecular Weight
134.13 g/mol
Assay/Purity
97%
Boiling Point
248-250 °C(lit.)
Solubility
H2O: soluble3.8 g/L at 30 °C
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H317-H319
Precautionary Statements
P280-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
Melting Point
49-51 °C(lit.)
EC Number
209-052-0
WGK Germany
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