5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid
Also known as: 5-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid, 5-HYDROXYMETHYL-FURAN-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furoic acid, 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furoic acid, Nsc 40739
5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid (CAS 6338-41-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6O4 and a molecular weight of 142.10900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 247ºC (dec.), a boiling point of 349.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.441 g/cm3 and a flash point of 165.1ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6338-41-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-47652-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6O4
- Molecular Weight
- 142.10900 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 247ºC (dec.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 349.4ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.441 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 165.1ºC |
| Exact Mass | 142.02700 |
| PSA | 70.67000 |
| LogP | 0.47010 |
| Refractive Index | 1.561 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. D.Jöbstl, et al. Analysis of 5-hydroxymethyl-2-furoic acid (HMFA) the main metabolite of alimentary 5-hydroxymethyl-2-furfural (HMF) with HPLC and GC in urine. Food Chemistry. 2010 Dec 1; 123 (3): 814-818. |
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-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid is 6338-41-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid?
5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid has molecular formula C6H6O4 and molecular weight 142.10900 g/mol.
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