Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Furfural
- Product Code
- 185914
- Chemical Name
- a-Furole
- Synonyms
- Furan-2-carboxaldehyde
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 98-01-1 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 202-627-7 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich
3050 Spruce Street SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 USA
+1 800-325-5832
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+1-703-527-3887
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS06
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Manage your Safety Data Sheets
Organize and access chemical safety data with ease
Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Furaldehyde EC: 202-627-7 | 98-01-1 | 90 - 100% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Immediate Medical Attention
No data available
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
No data available
Firefighter Protection
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Beware of vapours accumulating to form explosive concentrations. Vapours can accumulate in low areas.
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13).
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. Full contact Material: butyl-rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.3 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Butoject® (KCL 897 / Aldrich Z677647, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.4 mm Break through time: 30 min Material tested:Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator with multipurpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
No data available
No data available
Heat, flames and sparks.
Oxidizing agents, Strong acids
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides Other decomposition products - No data available
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
Toxicity
Persistence and degradability
Readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
Mobility in soil
No data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
Other adverse effects
An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal. Harmful to aquatic life.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
This combustible material may be burned in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
This combustible material may be burned in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1199
- Shipping Name
- Furaldehydes
- Transport Class
- 6.1 (3)
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to reporting requirements. SARA 313: Material does not contain any chemical components exceeding threshold reporting levels. SARA 311/312 Hazards: Fire Hazard, Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard. California Prop. 65: Product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is Furfural known by?
Furfural is also known as: Furan-2-carboxaldehyde
What is the hazard signal word for Furfural?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Furfural?
Furfural is a liquid appearing as clear, viscous, liquid with light brown color. It has no data available odor.
What is the solubility of Furfural?
soluble
What is Furfural used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
What are the hazard statements for Furfural?
This substance has 7 hazard statements:
- H227: Combustible liquid.
- H301: Toxic if swallowed.
- H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
- H330: Fatal if inhaled.
- H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
- H402: Harmful to aquatic life.
What is the melting point of Furfural?
The melting point is -36 °C (-33 °F) and the boiling point is 162 °C (324 °F).