Furfurylamine

CAS: 617-89-0

Overview

Furfurylamine (CAS 617-89-0 ), also known as 2-Furanmethylamine, is a furan-based primary amine used as a chemical intermediate and flavoring agent in food and fragrance applications.

Derived from furfural, it serves as a reactive building block for synthesizing aroma compounds and specialty chemicals where a furan ring structure is required for the final product.

In flavor and fragrance manufacturing, it is used to produce nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds that contribute roasted, nutty, and coffee-like aroma profiles to finished formulations.

It functions as a key intermediate in synthesizing Maillard-type reaction products, where controlled amine-carbonyl interactions generate target flavor notes for various food applications.

Pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturers also source it as a building block for active ingredients requiring a furfuryl scaffold for specific biological or chemical activity.

Resin formulators use it to modify furan-based polymer systems, where its amine functionality enables crosslinking or chain extension to improve the durability of the material.

The product is supplied as a liquid at standard commercial purities, typically 98% and above for technical and synthesis-grade applications across the chemical industry.

Food-grade and high-purity research grades are available for flavor and fragrance end uses where tighter specifications are required for safety and performance standards.

Physical Properties

Melting Point	−70 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	147 °C
Density	1.0533 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point	116 °F
Appearance	Colorless to light yellow liqui
Color	Clear colorless to yellow-brown
Odor	strong fishy ammonia-like odor
Form	Liquid
Water Solubility	soluble
Vapor Pressure	4 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index	n 20/D 1.490(lit.)
pH	11.6 (100g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Log P	0.37

Safety & Handling

Danger GHS02 GHS05 GHS06 GHS07 Hazard Statements H226 Flammable liquid and vapor H301 Toxic if swallowed H302 Harmful if swallowed H310 Fatal in contact with skin H311 Toxic in contact with skin H312 Harmful in contact with skin H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H332 Harmful if inhaled Precautionary Statements P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/…] equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P317 Get emergency medical help. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P301+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P301+P317 Get emergency medical help. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P361+P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370+P378 Use … for extinction. P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P301+P330+P331 Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P361+P354 IF ON SKIN: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code	29321900
UN Number	2526
ADR Class	3
Packing Group	III
WGK (Germany)	3

Other Names

Industries

Food & Nutrition