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7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid

Also known as: 4-Methylumbelliferone-3-acetic acid, 7-Hydroxy-4-methyl-3-coumarinylacetic acid, 2-(7-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-3-yl)acetic acid, (7-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-3-yl)acetic acid

7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid (CAS 5852-10-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H10O5 and a molecular weight of 234.205 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 263-267ºC, a boiling point of 512.9±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 206.0±23.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5852-10-8
Jingsj CID
J-1991065-7
Molecular Formula
C12H10O5
Molecular Weight
234.205 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point263-267ºC
Boiling Point512.9±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point206.0±23.6 °C
Exact Mass234.052826
PSA87.74000
LogP2.23
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.616
Additional PropertyDMF: soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Chattha, et al. Coumarin‐Based Heteroaromatics as Plant Growth Regulators" Plant Growth, edited by Everlon Rigobelo, IntechOpen, 2016. 10.5772/64854.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid?

The CAS number of 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid is 5852-10-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid?

7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid has molecular formula C12H10O5 and molecular weight 234.205 g/mol.

Is 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid hazardous?

7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid?

For 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-3-acetic acid, Upstream Products: Diethyl acetylsuccinate, Resorcinol; Downstream Products: 3,4-Dimethylumbelliferone.

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