4-Hydroxy-6-methylcoumarin (CED0029642)

4-Hydroxy-6-methylcoumarin belongs to the hydroxycoumarins, a subclass of coumarins and derivatives within the organic compounds. This compound is categorized under the superclass of phenylpropanoids and polyketides. The substance has been identified in or released from 13 recorded sources across several diverse sectors. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is found in cell phones, capacitors, batteries, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and one additional source. In the textiles, leather and furnishings sector, it is present in synthetic textiles as well as carpets and rugs. It is associated with food, food processing and cookware through food packaging, and is found in medical devices within the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector. Additionally, the compound is present in lubricants used in energy, oil and gas, as well as in industrial manufacturing and chemical processing, along with one other sector. Recorded exposure routes for 4-Hydroxy-6-methylcoumarin include inhalation, oral, and touch.