Warfarin
Also known as Coumafene, Zoocoumarin, Coumafen
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Crystals from alcohol
- Melting point
- 161 °C
- Boiling point
- 356 °C
- Density
- Relative density (water = 1): 1.4
- Solubility
- 1 g in 1.5 mL water, 1.9 mL alcohol, >10,000 mL chloroform, >10,000 mL ether /Warfarin p…
- HS code
- 293220
- Category
- Rodenticides, nematicides and other pesticides
- UN number
- UN 3027

What is Warfarin?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
4-hydroxy-3-(3-oxo-1-phenylbutyl)-1-benzopyran-2-one is a member of the class of coumarins that is 4-hydroxycoumarin which is substituted at position 3 by a 1-phenyl-3-oxo-1-butyl group. It is a member of benzenes, a hydroxycoumarin and a methyl ketone.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- 4-hydroxy-3-(3-oxo-1-phenylbutyl)chromen-2-one
- CAS number
- 81-81-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 951658-59-6
- EC number
- 201-377-6
- Molecular formula
- C19H16O4
- UNII
- 5Q7ZVV76EI
- MDL number
- MFCD00006854
- InChIKey
- PJVWKTKQMONHTI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C19H16O4/c1-12(20)11-15(13-7-3-2-4-8-13)17-18(21)14-9-5-6-10-16(14)23-19(17)22/h2-10,15,21H,11H2,1H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CC(=O)CC(C1=CC=CC=C1)C2=C(C3=CC=CC=C3OC2=O)O
Synonyms
- Coumafene
- Zoocoumarin
- Coumafen
- Brumolin
- Coumefene
- Dethmor
- Kumader
- Warfarine
- Kumadu
- Vampirinip II
- Coumarins
- Kypfarin
- Rodafarin
- Solfarin
- Dethnel
- Kumatox
- Maveran
- Ratron
- Rosex
- Temus W
- Vampirinip iii
- Athrombine-K
- Frass-Ratron
- Mar-Frin
- Rattentraenke
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- Ratorex
- Rattunal
- Warfarat
- CO-Rax
- Rats-no-more
- Tox-hid
- Rat-Gard
- Rat-Kill
- Rat-Trol
- Ratron G
- Ratten-Koederrohr
- Coumaphene
- Rat-Mix
- Rat-Ola
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Crystals from alcoholexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Odorlessexp.Measured value |
| Taste | Tastelessexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | 161 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | 356 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | Relative density (water = 1): 1.4exp.Measured value |
| Solubility | 1 g in 1.5 mL water, 1.9 mL alcohol, >10,000 mL chloroform, >10,000 mL ether /Warfarin potassium/exp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 1.5 × 10⁻³ mPa /1.125 × 10⁻⁸ mm Hg/ at 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 308.33 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 308.1049 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 3.61calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 67.51 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 4calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 4calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 23calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 3calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 3calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.16calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 1calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
O=c1oc2ccccc2cc1Cc1ccccc1
3 rings, 18 atoms, the 3-Benzyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one ring system.
221 other chemicals share this scaffoldSafety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H300Fatal if swallowed.
- H310Fatal in contact with skin.
- H330Fatal if inhaled.
- H360DMay damage the unborn child.
- H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
- H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (23)
- P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
- P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P262Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P284In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
- P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P320Specific treatment is urgent (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P361 + P364Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P391Collect spillage.
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 3027
- Transport hazard class
- 6.1
- Packing group
- I
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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- United States34
- China30
- India5
- Canada3
- Germany3
- United Kingdom3
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Warfarin and its sodium salt are registered for use in controlling commensal rodents (rats and mice) in and around homes, animal and agricultural premises, and commercial and industrial sites.
Warfarin is a blood anticoagulant, its sodium salt is used medically to treat people with blood hypercoagulation problems.
Warfarin has been used successfully against common vampire bats.
Use classes: Rodenticides.
Industries and functions
Pharmacological actions
- Anticoagulants
- Rodenticides
Roles
- anti-arrhythmia drug
- anti-inflammatory agent
- anti-obesity agent
- antiatherosclerotic agent
- anticoagulant
- anticonvulsant
- antidepressant
- antiemetic
- antifibrotic agent
- antihypertensive agent
- antineoplastic agent
- antiparkinson drug
- antipsoriatic
- antirheumatic drug
- cardiovascular drug
- dermatologic drug
- hepatoprotective agent
- hypoglycemic agent
- immunomodulator
- immunosuppressive agent
- pesticide
- pharmaceutical
- rodenticide
- vitamin K antagonist
Pharmacology
Warfarin is a Vitamin K Antagonist. The mechanism of action of warfarin is as a Vitamin K Inhibitor.
How it is made
By addition of 4-hydroxycoumarin to benzalacetone under the catalytic influence of a mildly basic substance such as ammonia or piperidine. The reaction is a typical Michael condensation. Conversion to the sodium salt is effected by reacting purified warfarin with an equimolar portion of dilute NaOH solution at room temperature.
Prepared by the Michael condensation of benzylidene acetone with 4-hydroxycourmarin.
Preparation: M. A. Stahmann et al., United States of America patent 2427578 (1947 to Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation)
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Europe
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 607-056-00-0[1]
Health and food
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II, prohibited in cosmeticsName: Warfarin (INN) and its salts, Ref no: 203, Annex ref: II/203
- Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Warfarin is traded under.
Lactones
- United States14.2%
- India * partner reported13.5%
- Brazil8.5%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Warfarin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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