Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 3,3-Bis(4-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one (CAS: 596-27-0)?
Answer
3,3-Bis(4-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one (CAS: 596-27-0) is primarily used in pharmaceutical research as a building block for drug development, particularly in compounds targeting neurodegenerative diseases. It also serves in industrial applications for polymer synthesis and as a precursor in organic chemistry. Additionally, it is studied for potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in research settings.
About
CAS No
596-27-0
English Name
3,3-Bis(4-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one
Molecular Formula
C22H18O4
Molecular Weight
346.4 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C2(C3=CC=CC=C3C(=O)O2)C4=CC(=C(C=C4)O)C)O
InChIKey
CPBJMKMKNCRKQB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
