Bergapten

Also known as: 5-Methoxypsoralen, 4-Methoxy-7H-furo[3,2-g][1]benzopyran-7-one, 5-MOP, 4-MOP, 5-Methoxyfurocoumarin, Bergaptol methyl ether, Heraclin, Majudin, Psoraderm, Geralen

Bergapten (CAS 484-20-8) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H8O4 and a molecular weight of 216.189 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 190-193 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 412.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 203.2±28.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled, H340 and H350 — May cause cancer. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 484-20-8
Jingsj CID: J-18854-6
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₈O₄
Molecular Weight: 216.189 g/mol
Category: Esters
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	190-193 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	412.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	203.2±28.7 °C
Exact Mass	216.042252
PSA	52.58000
LogP	2.00
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.635

GHS Safety & Compliance

Health HazardSignal word: Danger

H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
H340
H350 — May cause cancer

Activity & Biological Data

Target	CYP[1]
Additional Information	[1]. Lee YM, et al. Effects of 5-methoxypsoralen (5-MOP) on arylamine N-acetyltransferase activity in the stomach and colon of rats and human stomach and colon tumor cell lines. In Vivo. 2005 Nov-Dec;19(6):1061-9. [2]. Li XJ, et al. Bergapten exerts inhibitory effects on diabetes-related osteoporosis via the regulation of the PI3K/AKT, JNK/MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways in osteoprotegerin knockout mice. Int J Mol Med. 2016 Dec;38(6):1661-1672.

Target

CYP[1]

Additional Information

[1]. Lee YM, et al. Effects of 5-methoxypsoralen (5-MOP) on arylamine N-acetyltransferase activity in the stomach and colon of rats and human stomach and colon tumor cell lines. In Vivo. 2005 Nov-Dec;19(6):1061-9. [2]. Li XJ, et al. Bergapten exerts inhibitory effects on diabetes-related osteoporosis via the regulation of the PI3K/AKT, JNK/MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways in osteoprotegerin knockout mice. Int J Mol Med. 2016 Dec;38(6):1661-1672.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932999099
Summary	2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Bergapten?

The CAS number of Bergapten is 484-20-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bergapten?

Bergapten has molecular formula C12H8O4 and molecular weight 216.189 g/mol.

Is Bergapten hazardous?

Bergapten has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled; H340; H350 — May cause cancer.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Bergapten?

For Bergapten, Upstream Products: Phloroglucinol, 5-Methoxyresorcinol, Bergaptol; Downstream Products: Bergaptol, Isoimperatorin, 5-(4-Phenoxybutoxy)psoralen.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Bergapten (CAS 484-20-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-18854-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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