2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran

2-乙酰基-5-甲基呋喃

Also known as: 1-(5-Methylfuran-2-yl)ethanone, 1-(5-Methyl-2-furyl)ethanone, 5-Methyl-2-acetylfuran, Methyl 5-methyl-2-furyl ketone, 2-Acetyl-5-methylfurane, EINECS 214-779-1, MFCD00003243

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran (CAS 1193-79-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O2 and a molecular weight of 124.137 g/mol. It is also known as 1-(5-Methylfuran-2-yl)ethanone, 1-(5-Methyl-2-furyl)ethanone and 5-Methyl-2-acetylfuran. Key properties include a boiling point of 201.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 80.0±0.0 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1193-79-9
Jingsj CID
J-38707-5
Molecular Formula
C7H8O2
Chinese Name
2-乙酰基-5-甲基呋喃
Molecular Weight
124.137 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point201.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point80.0±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran?

The CAS number of 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran is 1193-79-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran?

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran has molecular formula C7H8O2 and molecular weight 124.137 g/mol.

Is 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran hazardous?

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran has GHS signal word Warning.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran (CAS 1193-79-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-38707-5 (accessed 2026-10-22).

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