Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 4-Hydroxy-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione (CAS: 37418-88-5)?
Answer
4-Hydroxy-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate in the synthesis of drugs. It is also utilized in the food industry as a flavoring agent, and in the chemical industry for its UV-absorbing properties. Additionally, it is used in research for its distinctive spectroscopic characteristics.
About
CAS No
37418-88-5
English Name
4-Hydroxy-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione
Molecular Formula
C8H4O4
Molecular Weight
164.12 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)C(=O)OC2=O
InChIKey
CCTOEAMRIIXGDJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-04 23:41
