5-Methyl-2-furoic acid
Also known as: 5-Methylfuran-2-carboxylic acid, 5-Methyl-2-furancarboxylic acid, 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-, 5-Methylpyromucic acid, AKOS B000090, ASISCHEM D13359, TIMTEC-BB SBB005609, RARECHEM AL BO 1465, ASINEX-REAG BAS 02788557, MFCD00092359
5-Methyl-2-furoic acid (CAS 1917-15-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6O3 and a molecular weight of 126.110 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 136-137°C, a boiling point of 236.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.1±21.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1917-15-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1336270-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 126.110 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 136-137°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 236.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 97.1±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 126.031693 |
| PSA | 50.44000 |
| LogP | 1.10 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.512 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2932190090 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-Methyl-2-furoic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Methyl-2-furoic acid is 1917-15-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methyl-2-furoic acid?
5-Methyl-2-furoic acid has molecular formula C6H6O3 and molecular weight 126.110 g/mol.
Is 5-Methyl-2-furoic acid hazardous?
5-Methyl-2-furoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Methyl-2-furoic acid?
For 5-Methyl-2-furoic acid, Upstream Products: methyl 5-methyl-2-furoate, 5-Methylfurfural, 2-Chloromethylfuran; Downstream Products: 5-Ethylfuran-2-carboxylic acid, methyl 5-methyl-2-furoate, Ethyl 5-bromo-2-furancarboxylate.
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