6-Hydroxy-7-methoxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one CAS 69151-94-6

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.69151-94-6
Molecular FormulaC9H8O4
Molecular Weight180.16 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

6-Hydroxy-7-methoxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one CAS 69151-94-6 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of 6-Hydroxy-7-methoxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one is closely related to a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, an aromatic ring system in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

CATO supplies 6-Hydroxy-7-methoxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one (CAS 69151-94-6), a certified reference material (molecular formula C9H8O4, MW 180.16 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Structurally, 6-Hydroxy-7-methoxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one (C9H8O4) contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, an aromatic ring system. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 6.0, corresponding to approximately 6 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol, it falls into the medium-molecular-weight range. The aromatic system may exhibit native fluorescence, enabling detection with a fluorescence detector (FLD).

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

The assigned purity is verified by mass-balance and quantitative NMR (qNMR) approaches, with the expanded uncertainty reported at a 95% confidence level (k=2). Batch homogeneity and stability are independently assessed for every lot.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC9H8O4
Molecular Weight180.16 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)6.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1976

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