Compound Q&A
What is 1-Benzofuran-2(3H)-one (CAS: 553-86-6)?
Answer
1-Benzofuran-2(3H)-one, also known as 2(3H)-benzofuranone, is an organic compound with the CAS number 553-86-6. It has the chemical formula C8H6O2 and is characterized by a benzofuran ring with a ketone group at the 2-position. This compound is a yellow solid with a molecular weight of 138.13 g/mol and is commonly used in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry due to its aromatic structure and functional reactivity.
About
CAS No
553-86-6
English Name
1-Benzofuran-2(3H)-one
Molecular Formula
C8H6O2
Molecular Weight
134.13 g/mol
SMILES
C1C2=CC=CC=C2OC1=O
InChIKey
ACZGCWSMSTYWDQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
