Compound Q&A
What is 2-Benzofuran-1(3H)-one (CAS: 87-41-2)?
Answer
2-Benzofuran-1(3H)-one, also known as 2-benzofuran-1-one, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H6O2. It is a heterocyclic ketone characterized by a furan ring fused to a benzene ring, with a carbonyl group at the 1-position. This compound is known for its aromaticity and is commonly used in organic synthesis and research due to its versatile reactivity.
About
CAS No
87-41-2
English Name
2-Benzofuran-1(3H)-one
Molecular Formula
C8H6O2
Molecular Weight
134.13 g/mol
SMILES
c1ccc2c(c1)COC2=O
InChIKey
WNZQDUSMALZDQF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
