5-Hydroxyxanthotoxin

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  • CAT Number: R072384
  • CAS Number: 7471-73-0
  • PubChem Substance ID: 5385192
  • Molecular Formula: C12H8O5
  • Molecular Weight: 232.191
  • Purity: ≥95%
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5-Hydroxyxanthotoxin is a natural compound found in various plants, including the genus Heracleum. This compound exhibits phototoxic properties, causing skin inflammation and blistering upon exposure to sunlight. Research suggests its potential in dermatological treatments for conditions such as vitiligo and psoriasis. 5-Hydroxyxanthotoxin’s natural occurrence and phototoxic effects make it valuable in medicinal and cosmetic applications.


Catalog Number R072384
CAS Number 7471-73-0
Molecular Formula C12H8O5
Purity ≥95%
Target Plants
IUPAC Name 4-hydroxy-9-methoxyfuro[3,2-g]chromen-7-one
InChI InChI=1S/C12H8O5/c1-15-12-10-7(4-5-16-10)9(14)6-2-3-8(13)17-11(6)12/h2-5,14H,1H3
InChIKey XPFCGZWOHNGDSP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES COC1=C2C(=C(C3=C1OC(=O)C=C3)O)C=CO2

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