The molecule is a member of the class of 1-benzofurans that is 1-benzofuran substituted by a hydroxy group at position 5, a methoxy group at position 6, a 3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl group at position 3 and a methyl group at position 2. Isolated from Pterocarpus santalinus, it exhibits anti-inflammatory activity. It has a role as an anti-inflammatory agent and a plant metabolite. It is a member of 1-benzofurans, a polyphenol and an aromatic ether.
3-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-6-methoxy-2-methyl-1-benzofuran-5-ol