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2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid

Also known as: 2,5-Dimethylfuran-3-carboxylic acid, 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furancarboxylic acid, Pyrotritaric acid, 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furanoic acid, 2,5-Dimethyl-3-fuoric acid

2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid (CAS 636-44-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O3 and a molecular weight of 140.13700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 137-140 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 240.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.194 g/cm3 and a flash point of 99.3ºC. 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.
636-44-2
Jingsj CID
J-45127-4
Molecular Formula
C7H8O3
Molecular Weight
140.13700 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point137-140 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point240.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.194 g/cm3
Flash Point99.3ºC
Exact Mass140.04700
PSA50.44000
LogP1.59460

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 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid?

The CAS number of 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid is 636-44-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid?

2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid has molecular formula C7H8O3 and molecular weight 140.13700 g/mol.

Is 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid hazardous?

2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid 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 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid?

For 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furoic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2,5-dimethyl-3-furoate, Pyruvic acid, 3-Acetyl-2,5-dimethylfuran; Downstream Products: 2,5-Dimethylfuran-3-carbonyl chloride, 2,5-Hexanedione, 2,5-Dimethylfuran.

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