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2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran

Also known as: 1-(7-Hydroxy-1-benzofuran-2-yl)ethanone, 1-(7-Hydroxybenzofuran-2-yl)ethan-1-one, 1-(7-hydroxybenzofuran-2-yl)ethanone, 2-ACETYL-7-HYDROXYCOUMARONE, 2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofurane, 2-Acetyl-7-hydroxycoumarone, 2-Acetylbenzofuran-7-ol

2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran (CAS 40020-87-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H8O3 and a molecular weight of 176.16900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 166ºC, a boiling point of 327.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.292g/cm3 and a flash point of 152ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
40020-87-9
Jingsj CID
J-5606-4
Molecular Formula
C10H8O3
Molecular Weight
176.16900 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point166ºC
Boiling Point327.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.292g/cm3
Flash Point152ºC
Exact Mass176.04700
PSA50.44000
LogP2.34100
Refractive Index1.626

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932999099
Summary2932999099. 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 2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran?

The CAS number of 2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran is 40020-87-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran?

2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran has molecular formula C10H8O3 and molecular weight 176.16900 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran?

For 2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran, Upstream Products: 2-Acetyl-7-methoxybenzofuran, o-Vanillin; Downstream Products: 2-Acetyl-7-methoxybenzofuran.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Acetyl-7-hydroxybenzofuran (CAS 40020-87-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5606-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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