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Umbelliferone  (Synonyms: 7-Hydroxycoumarin; Hydrangin; NSC 19790)

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Umbelliferone (7-Hydroxycoumarin), a natural orally active product of the coumarin family, is a fluorescing compound which can be used as a sunscreen agent. Umbelliferone induces cell cycle arrest, apoptosis and DNA fragmentation in HepG2 cells. Umbelliferone exhibits significant anticancer effects. Umbelliferone attenuates the alteration characteristics of allergic airway inflammation. Umbelliferone displays the neuroprotective effects and cross the blood-brain barrier. Umbelliferone exhibits anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in chronic alcohol-fed rats.

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CAS No. : 93-35-6

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    Umbelliferone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: ACS Omega. 2026 Mar 6;11(10):16756-16764.  [Abstract]

    Cells were inoculated with culture medium alone (lanes 1, 5, and 9) or ZIKV (lanes 2–4), HCV (lanes 6–8), or JEV (lanes 10–12) and simultaneously treated with DMSO (vehicle, negative control), ribavirin (82 μM; positive control), or Umbelliferone (10 μM). Following the initial adsorption period (ZIKV, 6 h; HCV, 4 h; JEV, 1 h), the inoculum was replaced with fresh medium containing the same compounds. At 48 h postinfection (hpi), intracellular viral RNA was quantified via RT-qPCR using primers specific for viral NS1 and GAPDH.

    Umbelliferone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: ACS Omega. 2026 Mar 6;11(10):16756-16764.  [Abstract]

    Dose-response analysis of ZIKV-infected cells treated with Umbelliferone (1, 5, 10, 20, 40, 80 μM). Data points represent mean ± SEM (n = 3). Significant inhibition was observed at concentrations ≥ 20 μM, yielding an estimated 50% inhibitory concentration (IC50) of 14.44 μM.

    Umbelliferone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: ACS Omega. 2026 Mar 6;11(10):16756-16764.  [Abstract]

    Cytotoxicity of Umbelliferone in Vero E6 cells was assessed 48 h after treatment with DMSO or Umbelliferone (1–40 μM) using the CellTiter-Glo luminescent viability assay. Cell viability was calculated from relative luminescence units (RLU) and normalized to the DMSO group (100%).

    Umbelliferone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: ACS Omega. 2026 Mar 6;11(10):16756-16764.  [Abstract]

    Evaluation of the anti-Zika efficacy of Umbelliferone derivatives. The four derivatives identified in Figure with no detectable cytotoxicity were selected to evaluate the antiviral activity against ZIKV in parallel with Umbelliferone. At 10 μM, a concentration at which Umbelliferone displayed robust antiviral activity, none of the derivatives exerted significant inhibitory effects.

    Umbelliferone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: ACS Omega. 2026 Mar 6;11(10):16756-16764.  [Abstract]

    Vero E6 cells were infected with ZIKV at an MOI of 0.1 and treated with DMSO (negative control), ribavirin (82 μM; positive control), or Umbelliferone (10 μM). At 48 h postinfection (hpi), intracellular ZIKV RNA was quantified via RT-qPCR using primers specific for ZIKV NS1 and GAPDH.
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    Description

    Umbelliferone (7-Hydroxycoumarin), a natural orally active product of the coumarin family, is a fluorescing compound which can be used as a sunscreen agent. Umbelliferone induces cell cycle arrest, apoptosis and DNA fragmentation in HepG2 cells. Umbelliferone exhibits significant anticancer effects. Umbelliferone attenuates the alteration characteristics of allergic airway inflammation. Umbelliferone displays the neuroprotective effects and cross the blood-brain barrier. Umbelliferone exhibits anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in chronic alcohol-fed rats[1][2][3][4].

    IC50 & Target

    Human Endogenous Metabolite

     

    Cellular Effect
    Cell Line Type Value Description References
    A549 IC50
    >100 μM
    Compound: 6
    Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 21696954]
    A549 IC50
    21.11 μM
    Compound: 7-C
    Antiproliferative activity against human A549 cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human A549 cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 28720504]
    BT-549 IC50
    1 mM
    Compound: 5
    Antiproliferative activity against human BT549 cells after 24 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human BT549 cells after 24 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 29144746]
    HCT-116 IC50
    8.05 μM
    Compound: 7
    Cytotoxicity against human HCT116 cells after 96 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human HCT116 cells after 96 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 23746477]
    HEK-293T IC50
    189.63 μM
    Compound: 7-C
    Antiproliferative activity against human 293T cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human 293T cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 28720504]
    HeLa IC50
    42.35 μM
    Compound: 7-C
    Antiproliferative activity against human HeLa cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human HeLa cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 28720504]
    HT-29 IC50
    22.67 μM
    Compound: 7-C
    Antiproliferative activity against human HT-29 cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human HT-29 cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 28720504]
    HT-29 IC50
    4.35 μM
    Compound: 7
    Cytotoxicity against human HT-29 cells after 96 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human HT-29 cells after 96 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 23746477]
    HUVEC ED50
    >5 μg/mL
    Compound: 7-hydroxycoumarin
    Cytotoxicity against HUVEC
    Cytotoxicity against HUVEC
    [PMID: 15043409]
    KB IC50
    200 μM
    Compound: 11.1
    Antiproliferative activity against human KB cells measured after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human KB cells measured after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 38340509]
    LNCaP ED50
    >5 μg/mL
    Compound: 7-hydroxycoumarin
    Cytotoxicity against human LNCAP cells
    Cytotoxicity against human LNCAP cells
    [PMID: 15043409]
    LNCaP IC50
    >20 μg/mL
    Compound: 1
    Inhibitory activity against 5-alpha-reductase type 1 in cell culture system using LNCaP cells (androgen-sensitive human prostatic cancer cell line)
    Inhibitory activity against 5-alpha-reductase type 1 in cell culture system using LNCaP cells (androgen-sensitive human prostatic cancer cell line)
    [PMID: 11527731]
    LoVo IC50
    97 μM
    Compound: 6
    Cytotoxicity against human LoVo cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human LoVo cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 21696954]
    Lu1 ED50
    >5 μg/mL
    Compound: 7-hydroxycoumarin
    Cytotoxicity against human Lu1 cells
    Cytotoxicity against human Lu1 cells
    [PMID: 15043409]
    MCF7 ED50
    >5 μg/mL
    Compound: 7-hydroxycoumarin
    Cytotoxicity against human MCF7 cells
    Cytotoxicity against human MCF7 cells
    [PMID: 15043409]
    MCF7 IC50
    2.9 μM
    Compound: 5
    Antiproliferative activity against human MCF7 cells after 24 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human MCF7 cells after 24 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 29144746]
    MDA-MB-231 IC50
    3.7 μM
    Compound: 5
    Antiproliferative activity against human MDA-MB-231 cells after 24 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human MDA-MB-231 cells after 24 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 29144746]
    MT4 IC50
    2341 μM
    Compound: 7
    Cytotoxicity against human MT4 cells after 96 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human MT4 cells after 96 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 23746477]
    P388 ED50
    0.4 μg/mL
    Compound: umbelliferone, NSC-019790
    Cytotoxicity against mouse P388 cells
    Cytotoxicity against mouse P388 cells
    [PMID: 6875580]
    P388 ED50
    3.1 μg/mL
    Compound: Umbelliferone
    Cytotoxicity against mouse P388 cells
    Cytotoxicity against mouse P388 cells
    [PMID: 3783168]
    PC-3 IC50
    >100 μM
    Compound: 6
    Cytotoxicity against human PC3 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human PC3 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 21696954]
    SK-MEL-28 IC50
    >100 μM
    Compound: 6
    Cytotoxicity against human SK-MEL-28 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human SK-MEL-28 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 21696954]
    SK-MEL-28 IC50
    0.48 μM
    Compound: 5
    Anticancer activity against human SK-MEL-28 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 24 hrs by MTT assay
    Anticancer activity against human SK-MEL-28 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 24 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 37197457]
    SK-MEL3 IC50
    1.6 μM
    Compound: 5
    Anticancer activity against human SK-MEL3 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 24 hrs in presence of Artesunic acid by MTT assay
    Anticancer activity against human SK-MEL3 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 24 hrs in presence of Artesunic acid by MTT assay
    [PMID: 37197457]
    SK-MEL3 IC50
    2.1 μM
    Compound: 5
    Anticancer activity against human SK-MEL3 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 24 hrs by MTT assay
    Anticancer activity against human SK-MEL3 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 24 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 37197457]
    SMMC-7721 IC50
    19.9 μM
    Compound: 7-C
    Antiproliferative activity against human SMMC7721 cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human SMMC7721 cells after 48 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 28720504]
    U-373MG ATCC IC50
    >100 μM
    Compound: 6
    Cytotoxicity against human U373 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    Cytotoxicity against human U373 cells after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    [PMID: 21696954]
    V79 IC50
    58 μM
    Compound: 7-Hydroxy-coumarin
    Cytotoxicity against V-79 cells
    Cytotoxicity against V-79 cells
    10.1016/0960-894X(96)00315-0
    In Vitro

    Umbelliferone (1-50 μM, 12-48 h) induces a dose‑dependent and time‑dependent reduction in HepG2 cells viability[1].
    Umbelliferone (0-50 μM, 24 h) results in the appearance of HepG2 cell shrinkage, membrane blebbing, nuclear condensation and apoptotic body formation[1].

    MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

    Apoptosis Analysis[1]

    Cell Line: HepG2 cells
    Concentration: 0, 5, 25 50 μM
    Incubation Time: 24 h
    Result: Resulted in the appearance of cell shrinkage and membrane blebbing, when compared with the morphology of untreated cells.
    At 50 μM almost all the HepG2 cancer cells shrank significantly and no cells with normal morphological features were detected.
    Reduced large nuclei.
    Induced nuclear condensation and apoptotic body formation.

    Cell Cycle Analysis[1]

    Cell Line: HepG2 cells
    Concentration: 0, 5, 25 50 μM
    Incubation Time: 24 h
    Result: Increased in the proportion of cells in S phase (45.0, 51.3 and 62.1%, compared with 43.6% in untreated cells) and reduced in the fraction of cells in G1 phase (42.1, 45.6 and 32.2%, compared with 53.2% in the untreated cells).
    In Vivo

    Umbelliferone (90 mg/kg, p.o., daily, 5 days) reduces the number of total cells, neutrophils, eosinophils and mononuclear cells in the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid of challenged mice[2].
    Umbelliferone (15-30 mg/kg, i.g., daily, 21 days) shows neuroprotective effects on CUMS (chronic unpredictable mild stress)-induced rat model of depression, which is associated with the inhibition of neuronal apoptosis modulated by ROCK/Akt pathway[3].
    Umbelliferone (0.05 g/L, p.o., daily, 8 weeks) protects against alcohol-induced liver damage by inhibiting the TLR4 signaling pathway and activating the antioxidant system in rats with liber-decarli liquid diet containing 5% alcohol [4].

    MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

    Animal Model: Male BALB/c mice, 4-6 weeks old received systemic immunization by subcutaneous injection of 10 μg of chicken egg ovalbumin diluted in 2 mg/mL alum followed by a booster injection at day 14. A nasal challenge was performed starting at day 28, by inhalational exposure to aerosolised ovalbumin for 15 min/day, on five consecutive days[2].
    Dosage: 30, 60, 90 mg/kg
    Administration: p.o., daily, 5 days
    Result: Mice sensitized and challenged with ovalbumin have increased the number of inflammatory cells in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid.
    Reduced the number of total cells and of neutrophils in the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid.
    At 60 and 90 mg/kg, but not at 30 mg/kg, decreased significantly the number of eosinophils found in the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid of challenged mice.
    At 60 mg/kg, decreased the number of mononuclear cells.
    Caused a reduction in the levels of Th2-associated cytokines (IL-4, IL-5, IL-13).
    Animal Model: While the control group of rats without receiving stress treatment had free access to food and water, other groups of rats were subjected to different types of stressors: cage tilting for 24 h, damp sawdust for 24 h, predator sounds, swimming in 4 ℃ cold water for 5min, swimming in 45 ℃ hot water for 5min, fasting for 48 h, water deprivation for 24 h, shaking for 15 min, nip trail for 1 min[3][5].
    Dosage: 15,30 mg/kg
    Administration: i.g., daily, 21 days
    Result: Exhibited an antidepressant-like effect, as sucrose consumption in CUMS rats significantly increased.
    Decreased the expression of caspase3 and bax and increased the expression of bcl2 in CA1 region of hippocampus compared to the control group.
    Remarkably increased the number of nissl-positive cells.
    Down-regulated the levels of inflammatory cytokines IL-1β, IL-6 and TNF-α in hippocampus in the CUMS group versus control group.
    Decreased the protein level of ROCK2 and phosphorylation expression of PTEN stimulated by CUMS.
    Up-regulated the phosphorylation expressions of Akt and GSK3.
    Animal Model: Rats were fed a Liber-Decarli liquid diet containing 5% alcohol for 8 weeks, while normal rats received an isocaloric carbohydrate liquid diet[4].
    Dosage: 0.05 g/L
    Administration: p.o., daily, 8 weeks
    Result: Decreased in serum TNF-α and IL-6 levels and increased IL-10 level.
    Decreased the mRNA expressions of LBP, TLR4, NF-κB and TNF-α and IL-6.
    Up-regulated SOD and CAT mRNA levels and activity.
    Increased H2O2 and GSH levels and decreased hepatic MDA (Malondialdehyde) levels.
    Molecular Weight

    162.14

    Formula

    C9H6O3

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    Solid

    SMILES

    O=C1C=CC2=CC=C(O)C=C2O1

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    Powder -20°C 3 years
    4°C 2 years
    In solvent -80°C 6 months
    -20°C 1 month
    Solvent & Solubility
    In Vitro: 

    DMSO : 100 mg/mL (616.75 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

    H2O : < 0.1 mg/mL (insoluble)

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    Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
    1 mM 6.1675 mL 30.8375 mL 61.6751 mL
    5 mM 1.2335 mL 6.1675 mL 12.3350 mL
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    * Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
    Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

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    • Protocol 1

      Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

      Solubility: 1.43 mg/mL (8.82 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic

      This protocol yields a clear solution of 1.43 mg/mL.

      Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (14.3 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

      Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
    • Protocol 2

      Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

      Solubility: 1.43 mg/mL (8.82 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic

      This protocol yields a clear solution of 1.43 mg/mL.

      Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (14.3 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

      Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
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    Purity & Documentation

    Purity: 99.67%

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    * Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
    Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

    Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
    DMSO 1 mM 6.1675 mL 30.8375 mL 61.6751 mL 154.1877 mL
    5 mM 1.2335 mL 6.1675 mL 12.3350 mL 30.8375 mL
    10 mM 0.6168 mL 3.0838 mL 6.1675 mL 15.4188 mL
    15 mM 0.4112 mL 2.0558 mL 4.1117 mL 10.2792 mL
    20 mM 0.3084 mL 1.5419 mL 3.0838 mL 7.7094 mL
    25 mM 0.2467 mL 1.2335 mL 2.4670 mL 6.1675 mL
    30 mM 0.2056 mL 1.0279 mL 2.0558 mL 5.1396 mL
    40 mM 0.1542 mL 0.7709 mL 1.5419 mL 3.8547 mL
    50 mM 0.1234 mL 0.6168 mL 1.2335 mL 3.0838 mL
    60 mM 0.1028 mL 0.5140 mL 1.0279 mL 2.5698 mL
    80 mM 0.0771 mL 0.3855 mL 0.7709 mL 1.9273 mL
    100 mM 0.0617 mL 0.3084 mL 0.6168 mL 1.5419 mL
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