Product Description

ProductFurfuryl Alcohol
CAS98-00-0
FormulaC5H6O2
Synonym2-furan carbinol, 2- furanyl methanol, 5- hydroxymethyl furan, 2-Furanmethanol

Typical Product Specifications

Density1.1285 (204 c)
Odorbrn.-dk. red (airlt. exposed), low odor, cooked sugar taste
Insolubilityin petrol. hydrocarbons, most oils
Refractive Index1.485
Vapor Pressure1 mm (31.8 c)
Melting Point-29 c
Colorcolorless mobile liquid
Molecular weight98.10
Flash Point(oc) 75 c
Solubilityalcohol, ether, chloroform, benzene
Boiling Point170 c
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
NotesIt finds use as a solvent; as an ingredient in the manufacture of various chemical products such as foundry resins, adhesives, and wetting agents.
ClassPetrochemicals, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Chemicals
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