2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid
Also known as: FDCA, Dehydromucic acid, Furan-2,5-dicarboxylic acid, 2,5-Dicarboxyfuran, Dehydromucate, Furane-alpha,alpha'-dicarboxylic acid, RARECHEM AL BO 0910
2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid (CAS 3238-40-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H4O5 and a molecular weight of 156.093 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >310°C (dec.), a boiling point of 419.2±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 207.3±24.6 °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 Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3238-40-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-45185-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H4O5
- Molecular Weight
- 156.093 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | >310°C (dec.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 419.2±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 207.3±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 156.005875 |
| PSA | 87.74000 |
| LogP | -0.02 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.581 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Graham R. Dick, et al. A scalable carboxylation route to furan-2,5-dicarboxylic acid. Green Chemistry. 10 May 2017. |
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 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid?
The CAS number of 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid is 3238-40-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid?
2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid has molecular formula C6H4O5 and molecular weight 156.093 g/mol.
Is 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid hazardous?
2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid?
For 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural, 5-Acetoxymethyl-2-furaldehyde, 5-(Ethoxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde; Downstream Products: 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-furoic acid, 2-Ketoglutaric acid, Succinic acid.
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