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Description

Furfuryl Acetate is identified by CAS 623-17-6, molecular formula C7H8O3 and molecular weight 140.05 g/mol. UNII 3CJC9ALG3X; ChEBI 191539; InChIKey CKOYRRWBOKMNRG-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 347 to 351 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 175.00 to 177.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 175-177 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	623-17-6
PubChem CID	12170
Molecular formula	C7H8O3
Molecular weight	140.05 g/mol
IUPAC name	furan-2-ylmethyl acetate
InChIKey	CKOYRRWBOKMNRG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
UNII (FDA)	3CJC9ALG3X
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:191539
FEMA number	2490
JECFA number	739

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	140.14
XLogP3	0.7
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	3
Exact Mass	140.047344113
Monoisotopic Mass	140.047344113
Topological Polar Surface Area	39.4
Heavy Atom Count	10
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	347 to 351 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	175.00 to 177.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	175-177 °C
Flash Point	150 °F (NTP, 1992)
Solubility	5 to 10 mg/mL at 73 °F (NTP, 1992)
Density	1.110-1.119
Autoignition Temperature	734 °F (NTP, 1992)
Refractive Index	1.457-1.466

Physical description & handling notes

• Furfuryl acetate appears as colorless to clear yellow or orange liquid with a pungent odor. (NTP, 1992)
• Colorless or yellow to orange liquid with a pungent odor; Turns brown on air and light exposure; [NTP] Yellow liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
• Colourless oily liquid, mild, ethereal-floral fruity odour
• insoluble in water; soluble in oils
• miscible (in ethanol)
• 1.1175 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Fruit JECFA ADI: 0-0.5 mg/kg bw
GHS notification summary	4.6% (65 / 1406)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	4.6% (65 / 1406)
Reported hazard statements	H302 (93.6%), H312 (93.5%), H332 (93.5%)

Documented Uses

• Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA]
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• 2-Furanmethanol, 2-acetate: ACTIVE

Synonyms

Furfuryl acetate; 623-17-6; 2-Furanmethanol, acetate; 2-Furanmethanol acetate; FURFURAL ACETATE; Acetic acid furfuryl ester; Furfuryl alcohol, acetate; 2-Acetoxymethylfuran; Acetic acid furfurylester; 2-Furanmethyl acetate; 2-Furanmethanol, 2-acetate; 2-Furylcarbinyl acetate; FEMA No. 2490; CCRIS 6242; DTXSID7025346; 3CJC9ALG3X

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Furfuryl Acetate?

CAS 623-17-6; molecular formula C7H8O3; molecular weight 140.05 g/mol.

What other names is Furfuryl Acetate known by?

Furfuryl acetate, 623-17-6, 2-Furanmethanol, acetate, 2-Furanmethanol acetate, FURFURAL ACETATE, Acetic acid furfuryl ester.

What is the regulatory status of Furfuryl Acetate?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Furfuryl Acetate classified as hazardous?

4.6% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (65 of 1406).

What are the key physical properties of Furfuryl Acetate?

Boiling Point: 347 to 351 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 175.00 to 177.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 175-177 °C; Flash Point: 150 °F (NTP, 1992).

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