Furfuryl Alcohol
| Formula: | C₅H₆O₂ |
| CAS Number: | 98-00-0 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 202-626-1 |
| HS Code: | 29321300 |
| UN Number: | 2874 |
| IUPAC Name: | Furan-2-ylmethanol |
| Also Known As: | 2-Furylmethanol; 2-Furanmethanol; FA |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 98.10 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor: | Mild, alcoholic, faintly aromatic |
| Melting Point, °C: | -90 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 171–172 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 1.129 |
| Flash Point, °C: | 65 (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index (20°C): | 1.485–1.487 |
| Solubility: | Slightly soluble in water; miscible with alcohols, ethers, ketones |
| pH (1% solution): | ~5.0–6.0 |
| Purity, %: | ≥98.0 |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Technical |
| Packaging: | 200kg drums, 1000kg IBCs, bulk ISO tanks |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Raw material for furan resins (used in foundry sand binders)
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Used in thermosetting resins, adhesives, and coatings
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Intermediate in synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals
Secondary Applications
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Modifier in phenolic and epoxy resins
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Used in corrosion-resistant materials
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Additive in polymer and rubber processing
End Industries Served: Foundry, Resins, Coatings, Adhesives, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 4), Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Skin & Eye Irritant (Category 2), Carcinogen (Category 2)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H227: Combustible liquid
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H302: Harmful if swallowed
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H315: Causes skin irritation
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H319: Causes serious eye irritation
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H351: Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
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P301 + P312: IF SWALLOWED – call a POISON CENTER if you feel unwell
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P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES – rinse cautiously with water, remove contact lenses if present
Storage Conditions
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Store in a cool, well-ventilated place
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Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources
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Keep container tightly closed