5-Methyl-2-furanmethanol

Also known as: (5-METHYL-2-FURYL)METHANOL, (5-Methylfuran-2-yl)methanol, 5-Methylfurfuryl alcohol, 2-Hydroxymethyl-5-methylfuran, 5-Methyl-2-furfuryl alcohol, MFCD00130134, RARECHEM AL BD 0010

5-Methyl-2-furanmethanol (CAS 3857-25-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H8O2 and a molecular weight of 112.127 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 178.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 61.8±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 3857-25-8
Jingsj CID: J-14932-6
Molecular Formula: C₆H₈O₂
Molecular Weight: 112.127 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	178.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	61.8±23.2 °C
Exact Mass	112.052429
PSA	33.37000
LogP	0.66
Vapor Pressure	0.6±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.495

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Simona Casiglia, et al. Volatile constituents of Dianthus rupicola Biv. from Sicily: activity against microorganisms affecting cellulosic objects. Nat Prod Res. 2014;28(20):1739-46. [2]. Anja Hortemo Høie, et al. Genotoxicity of three food processing contaminants in transgenic mice expressing human sulfotransferases 1A1 and 1A2 as assessed by the in vivo alkaline single cell gel electrophoresis assay. Environ Mol Mutagen. 2015 Oct; 56(8): 709-714.

Additional Information

[1]. Simona Casiglia, et al. Volatile constituents of Dianthus rupicola Biv. from Sicily: activity against microorganisms affecting cellulosic objects. Nat Prod Res. 2014;28(20):1739-46. [2]. Anja Hortemo Høie, et al. Genotoxicity of three food processing contaminants in transgenic mice expressing human sulfotransferases 1A1 and 1A2 as assessed by the in vivo alkaline single cell gel electrophoresis assay. Environ Mol Mutagen. 2015 Oct; 56(8): 709-714.

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-furanmethanol?

The CAS number of 5-Methyl-2-furanmethanol is 3857-25-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methyl-2-furanmethanol?

5-Methyl-2-furanmethanol has molecular formula C6H8O2 and molecular weight 112.127 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Methyl-2-furanmethanol?

For 5-Methyl-2-furanmethanol, Upstream Products: 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural, 5-Methylfurfural, 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-furaldehyde; Downstream Products: 5-Ethylfuran-2-carboxylic acid, 2,5-Hexanedione, 5-Methylfurfural.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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