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5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol

Also known as: (5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methanol, 2-Furanmethanol,5-nitro-, 5-Nitro-2-furanmethanol, 5-Nitrofuran-2-ylmethanol, 5-Nitrofuryl alcohol, 2-hydroxymethyl-5-nitrofuran, 5-nitro-2-furylmethanol, 5-nitro-2-hydroxymethylfuran, Furfuryl alcohol,5-nitro-, MFCD00272267

5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol (CAS 2493-04-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H5NO4 and a molecular weight of 143.09700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 300ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.461g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.2ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2493-04-1
Jingsj CID
J-23717-2
Molecular Formula
C5H5NO4
Molecular Weight
143.09700 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point300ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.461g/cm3
Flash Point135.2ºC
Exact Mass143.02200
PSA79.19000
LogP1.20330
Vapor Pressure0.000514mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.582(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • 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-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol?

The CAS number of 5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol is 2493-04-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol?

5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol has molecular formula C5H5NO4 and molecular weight 143.09700 g/mol.

Is 5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol hazardous?

5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Nitrofurfuryl alcohol (CAS 2493-04-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-23717-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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