Methyl 2-furoate
Also known as: Methyl furan-2-carboxylate, 2-Furoic acid methyl ester, Pyromucic acid methyl ester, Methyl pyromucate, 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)furan, Furan-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester, Methyl furoate, 2-Furancarboxylic acid methyl ester
Methyl 2-furoate (CAS 611-13-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6O3 and a molecular weight of 126.110 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 36ºC, a boiling point of 181.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 73.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic 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.
- 611-13-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-48701-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 126.110 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 36ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 181.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 73.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 126.031693 |
| PSA | 39.44000 |
| LogP | 0.99 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.9±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.463 |
| Additional Property | slightly soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 Methyl 2-furoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-furoate is 611-13-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-furoate?
Methyl 2-furoate has molecular formula C6H6O3 and molecular weight 126.110 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-furoate hazardous?
Methyl 2-furoate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-furoate?
For Methyl 2-furoate, Upstream Products: 2-Bromofuran, Furfural, Potassium methoxide; Downstream Products: 1-(2-Furoyl)piperazine, Dimethyl furan-2,5-dicarboxylate, Methyl 3-(2-furyl)-3-oxopropanoate.
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