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What is Furan?

Furan (CAS: 110-00-9). It's a colourless substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H373: May cause damage to the peripheral nervous system, the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the blood tissue and the brain through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative.
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
  • P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
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Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Colourless
Colour
Colourless
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Liquid
Odor
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: A13102

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Furan?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Furan?

Furan is a liquid appearing as colourless with colourless color. It has not determined odor.

What is the solubility of Furan?

Not determined

What is Furan used for?

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What are the hazard statements for Furan?

This substance has 8 hazard statements: H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H332: Harmful if inhaled. H315: Causes skin irritation. H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350: May cause cancer. H373: May cause damage to the peripheral nervous system, the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the blood tissue and the brain through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative. H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Furan?

The melting point is -86 ℃ and the boiling point is 32-33 ℃.