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(5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate

Also known as: 5-Nitrofurfurylnitrate, 5-Nitro-2-furfurylnitrate, 5-Nitro-furfurylnitrat, 5-NFN, MFCD03093916, 2-Furanmethanol, 5-nitro-, 2-nitrate

(5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate (CAS 4077-62-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H4N2O6 and a molecular weight of 188.09500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 36-39ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 330.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.573g/cm3 and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
4077-62-7
Jingsj CID
J-10928-4
Molecular Formula
C5H4N2O6
Molecular Weight
188.09500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point36-39ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point330.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.573g/cm3
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass188.00700
PSA114.01000
LogP1.94250
Refractive Index1.544

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932190090
Summary2932190090 other compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate?

The CAS number of (5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate is 4077-62-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate?

(5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate has molecular formula C5H4N2O6 and molecular weight 188.09500 g/mol.

Is (5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate hazardous?

(5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate?

For (5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate, Upstream Products: Furfuryl alcohol; Downstream Products: 5-Nitrofurfural, 5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methyl nitrate (CAS 4077-62-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-10928-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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