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Furfuryl alcohol

Also known as: (2-furyl)-methano, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)furan, 2-Furanmethanol, 2-Furanmethanol (furfuryl alcohol), 2-Furanylmethanol, 2-Furfuryl alcohol, 2-Furfurylalkohol, 2-Furylmethanol, 2-Hydroxymethyklfuran, 2-furanemethanol, 2-furfurylalkohol(czech), 2-hydroxymethylfurane, 5-HYDROXYMETHYL FURAN, CheM-Rez 200, EINECS 202-626-1, FA(R), FEMA 2491, Furan-2-ylmethanol, Furfuranol, HPFA

Furfuryl alcohol (CAS 98-00-0) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6O2 and a molecular weight of 98.100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -29 °C, a boiling point of 170.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 65.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic 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.
98-00-0
Jingsj CID
J-48165-4
Molecular Formula
C5H6O2
Molecular Weight
98.100 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-29 °C
Boiling Point170.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point65.0±0.0 °C
Exact Mass98.036781
PSA33.37000
LogP0.20
Additional Property3.4 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure1.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.493
Additional PropertyMISCIBLE
Additional Property-29℃

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H330 — Fatal if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
  • H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932130000
SummaryHS: 2932130000. (tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methanol. VAT:17.0%. tax rebate rate:9.0%. supervision conditions:None. MFN tarrif:6.0%. general tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Furfuryl alcohol?

The CAS number of Furfuryl alcohol is 98-00-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Furfuryl alcohol?

Furfuryl alcohol has molecular formula C5H6O2 and molecular weight 98.100 g/mol.

Is Furfuryl alcohol hazardous?

Furfuryl alcohol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Furfuryl alcohol?

For Furfuryl alcohol, Upstream Products: Furfural, 5-Bromo-2-furaldehyde, Methyl 2-furoate; Downstream Products: 2-Furaldehyde oxime, Furan-2-ylmethyl acrylate, N-(furan-2-ylmethyl)-4-methylaniline.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Furfuryl alcohol (CAS 98-00-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48165-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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