Compound Q&A
What is Warfarin EP Impurity B (CAS: 1076-38-6)?
Answer
Warfarin EP Impurity B, also known as 4-Hydroxy Coumarin, is a chemical compound with the formula C8H6O2. It is a white crystalline powder, highly soluble in ethanol and water, and has a melting point of approximately 110°C. As a derivative of coumarin, it serves as an impurity in the pharmaceutical compound warfarin, which is an anticoagulant used in medicine.
About
CAS No
1076-38-6
English Name
Warfarin EP Impurity B (4-Hydroxy Coumarin)
Molecular Formula
C9H6O3
Molecular Weight
162.14 g/mol
SMILES
Oc1cc(=O)oc2ccccc12
InChIKey
VXIXUWQIVKSKSA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
