Citropten
Also known as: 5,7-Dimethoxycoumarin, 5,7-Dimethoxy-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one, 5,7-Dimethoxy-2H-chromen-2-one, Limettin, 5,7-dimethoxychromen-2-one
Citropten (CAS 487-06-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H10O4 and a molecular weight of 206.195 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 146-149 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 388.1±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 176.3±27.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 487-06-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-28252-0
- Molecular Formula
- C11H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 206.195 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 146-149 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 388.1±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 176.3±27.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 206.057907 |
| PSA | 48.67000 |
| LogP | 2.06 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.557 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Makki S, et al. High-performance liquid chromatographic determination of citropten and bergapten in suction blister fluid after solar product application in humans. J Chromatogr. 1991 Feb 15;563(2):407-13. [2]. Wolny D, et al. Antiproliferative effect of valproic acid and 5,7-dimethoxycoumarin against A2058 human melanoma cells. Acta Pol Pharm. 2014 Nov-Dec;71(6):1056-9. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Citropten?
The CAS number of Citropten is 487-06-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Citropten?
Citropten has molecular formula C11H10O4 and molecular weight 206.195 g/mol.
Is Citropten hazardous?
Citropten has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Citropten?
For Citropten, Upstream Products: 3,5-Dimethoxyphenol, Propiolic acid, 5,7-Dihydroxycoumarin; Downstream Products: Fraxinol, Phloroglucinol, acetic acid.
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