5-Hydroxymethylfurfural
Also known as: 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural, 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxaldehyde, HMF, 5-HMF, Aes-103, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-furancarboxaldehyde, 2-Furancarboxaldehyde, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (CAS 67-47-0) is a compound in the Organic Compounds 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 28-34 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 291.5±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 79.4±0.0 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 67-47-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1375558-3
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 126.110 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 28-34 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 291.5±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 79.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 126.031693 |
| PSA | 50.44000 |
| LogP | -0.45 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.563 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Yeast[1]. |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Iwaki A, et al. Biomass conversion inhibitors furfural and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural induce formation of messenger RNP granules and attenuate translation activity in Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2013 Mar;79(5):1661-7. |
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-Hydroxymethylfurfural?
The CAS number of 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural is 67-47-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural?
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural has molecular formula C6H6O3 and molecular weight 126.110 g/mol.
Is 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural hazardous?
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural 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-Hydroxymethylfurfural?
For 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural, Upstream Products: L-Sorbose, D-Glucose, Ethanol; Downstream Products: 2,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran, 1,2,6-Hexanetriol, Formic Acid.
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