5-Hydroxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid

5-羟基苯并呋喃-2-甲酸

Also known as: 5-HYDROXY-1-BENZOFURAN-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 5-HYDROXY-BENZOFURAN-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 5-hydroxy-2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 5-hydroxy-, 2-carboxy-5-hydroxybenzofuran, 5-Hydroxy-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, 5-hydroxy-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid

5-Hydroxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 56172-36-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H6O4 and a molecular weight of 178.14200 g/mol. It is also known as 5-HYDROXY-1-BENZOFURAN-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 5-HYDROXY-BENZOFURAN-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID and 5-hydroxy-2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid. Key property: a boiling point of 396.4±22.0°C at 760 mmHg. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
56172-36-2
Jingsj CID
J-1428652-8
Molecular Formula
C9H6O4
Chinese Name
5-羟基苯并呋喃-2-甲酸
Molecular Weight
178.14200 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point396.4±22.0°C at 760 mmHg

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 5-Hydroxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid is 56172-36-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid?

5-Hydroxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C9H6O4 and molecular weight 178.14200 g/mol.

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