Synonyms
4-methylumbelliferone
Hymecromone
7-HYDROXY-4-METHYLCOUMARIN
7-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one
Description
4-methylumbelliferone is a hydroxycoumarin that is umbelliferone substituted by a methyl group at position 4. It has a role as an antineoplastic agent and a hyaluronic acid synthesis inhibitor. It is functionally related to an umbelliferone.
Molecular Formula
C10H8O3
SMILES
CC1=CC(=O)OC2=C1C=CC(=C2)O
Appearance
colorless crystals
Melting Point
381 to 383 °F (NTP, 1992)
Applications
Indicators and Reagents