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6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one

Also known as: 6,7-Dihydroxycoumaranone, 3(2H)-Benzofuranone,6,7-dihydroxy-, 6,7-Dihydroxy-3-coumaranone, 6,7-Dihydroxy-1-benzofuran-3(2H)-one, 6,7-Dihydroxy-2,3-dihydrobenzofuran-3-one, 6,7-Dihydroxy-benzofuran-3-one

6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one (CAS 6272-27-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6O4 and a molecular weight of 166.13100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 433.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.614g/cm3 and a flash point of 189.1ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6272-27-1
Jingsj CID
J-1031870-4
Molecular Formula
C8H6O4
Molecular Weight
166.13100 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point433.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.614g/cm3
Flash Point189.1ºC
Exact Mass166.02700
PSA66.76000
LogP0.67290
Refractive Index1.689

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one?

The CAS number of 6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one is 6272-27-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one?

6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one has molecular formula C8H6O4 and molecular weight 166.13100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one?

For 6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one, Upstream Products: Pyrogallol; Downstream Products: 2,3-DIHYDRO-9-HYDROXY-7H-FURO[3,2-G][1]BENZOPYRAN-7-ONE, 9-Methoxy-2,3-dihydro-7H-furo[3,2-g]chromen-7-one.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "6,7-dihydroxybenzofuran-3(2H)-one (CAS 6272-27-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1031870-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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