Furan
- CAS Number
- 110-00-9
- HSN Code
- 29321900
- Molecular Formula
- C4H4O
- Catalogue Number
- AL2246A
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 68.08 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Furan is a monocyclic heteroarene with a structure consisting of a 5-membered ring containing four carbons and one oxygen, with formula C4H4O. It is a toxic, flammable, low-boiling (31C) colourless liquid. It has a role as a carcinogenic agent, a hepatotoxic agent and a Maillard reaction product.
Also known as Furan, 1,4-Epoxybutadiene.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2246A
- CAS Number
- 110-00-9
- Molecular Formula
- C4H4O
- Molecular Weight
- 68.08 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29321900
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -85.61 °C; Boiling point: 31.5 °C; Flash point: -32 °F (-35 °C) (Closed cup); Density: 0.9731 at 19.4 °C/4 °C; Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and ether.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid, turns brown upon standing; color change is retarded if a small amount of water is added
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 ml glass bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Well closed. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Separated from strong oxidants and acids. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Furan
- Catalogue No.
- AL2246A
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 110-00-9
- EC Number
- 203-727-3
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- C4H4O
- HSN Code
- 29321900
- Synonyms
- Furan, 1,4-Epoxybutadiene
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 1; Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Muta. 2; Carc. 1B; STOT RE 2; Aquatic Chronic 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8029 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant, Health Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects; H350: May cause cancer; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Carcinogenic; may cause cancer.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Furan
- CAS No.
- 110-00-9
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood with appropriate PPE. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Well closed. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Separated from strong oxidants and acids. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Ethereal
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -85.61 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 31.5 °C
- Flash point
- -32 °F (-35 °C) (Closed cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 390 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Highly flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 600 mm Hg at 25 °C from experimentally derived coefficients
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 2.3 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.9731 at 19.4 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in alcohol and ether
- Log Pow
- 1.34
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not specified
- Oxidising properties
- Not specified
- Explosive limits
- Not specified
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, but may react with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Contact with air generates explosive peroxides. Reacts with oxidants and acids. This generates fire and explosion hazard.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat ip 5200 ugkg SRP: 5.2 mgkg; LC50 Rat inhalation 3398 ppm/1 hr; LD50 Mouse ip 7 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
- Carcinogenicity
- H350: May cause cancer
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 2389
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 2389
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 2389
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 2389
- UN-No. (RID)
- 2389
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Furan
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Furan
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Furan
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Furan
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Furan
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- I
- Packing group (IMDG)
- I
- Packing group (IATA)
- I
- Packing group (ADN)
- I
- Packing group (RID)
- I
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a building block in Diels-Alder and other heterocyclic synthesis reactions in pharmaceutical research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL2306A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 68.08 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 98.5% |
| Density | 0.936 g/mL | 0.935 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 31.4 °C | 31.2 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | m.p. -85.61 °C; b.p. 31.5 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Soluble in alcohol and ether |
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