2-Methylfuran

2-Methylfuran
2-Methylfuran
Identifiers
CAS number 534-22-5 YesY
PubChem 10797
ChemSpider 10340 YesY
EC number 208-594-5
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Properties
Molecular formula C5H6O
Molar mass 82.10 g/mol
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow green clear liquid
Density 0.927 g/mL
Boiling point

63.00 - 66.00 °C @ 760.00 mm Hg

Solubility in water 3000 mg/L @ 20 °C
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Hazards
Main hazards Very flammable, harmful
NFPA 704
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Flash point -8.00 °F. TCC (-22.22 °C)
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Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
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2-Methylfuran is a flammable, water-soluble liquid[1] with a chocolate odor, found naturally in Myrtle and Dutch Lavender[2] used as a FEMA GRAS flavoring substance,[3] with the potential for use in alternative fuels.

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