2-Formylfuran

Independent reference data for 2-Formylfuran (CAS 98-01-1), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used in solvent extraction in petroleum refining; used as a solvent for rubber cements, resins, and dyes; also used as a flavoring agent and chemical intermediate; [HSDB] Used to make furan-based chemicals; Decomposes into furan above 250 deg C; Polymerizes into furan-based resins in the presence of strong acid; One of the aldehydes in smoke, e.g., soldering, and present in many foods; Generally recognized as safe as a food flavor; Was used in high concentrations as a herbicide and fungicide; [ACGIH]Molding and Core Making [Category: Foundry]

Synonyms and trade names

FURFURAL; 2-Furaldehyde; furan-2-carbaldehyde; 98-01-1; 2-Furancarboxaldehyde; Furaldehyde; Furfuraldehyde; 2-Formylfuran; Fural; 2-Furanaldehyde; 2-Furancarbonal; 2-Furfuraldehyde; 2-Furfural; Furfurylaldehyde; Furol; Furancarbonal

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENTFood Additives -> EXTRACTION_SOLVENT: Flavouring Agent Almond, Baked Potatoes, Bread, Burnt, Spice

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H301, H312, H315, H319, H331, H335, H351, H330 (15.2%)

H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]

H312: Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]

What the public record says

2-Formylfuran · CAS 98-01-1 · C5H4O2. UNII DJ1HGI319P. Boiling Point: 323.1 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 161.7 °C; Boiling Point: 161.00 to 162.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.