Furfural

CAS: 98-01-1

Overview

Furfural (CAS 98-01-1 ), also known as 2-Furfuraldehyde, is a bio-based aldehyde derived from agricultural byproducts such as corn cobs, oat hulls, and sugarcane bagasse.

In industry, it functions as a flavoring agent and a platform chemical for producing downstream derivatives used across food, fragrance, and specialty chemical sectors.

In food and beverage, it contributes caramel, almond, and bread-like notes to flavor formulations, recognized under FEMA 2489 for use in approved concentrations.

Fragrance formulators incorporate it into compositions targeting warm, baked, or woody scent profiles for personal care products including creams, lotions, and hair care.

It also serves as a selective solvent in petroleum refining for separating aromatic from aliphatic hydrocarbons, which represents a major industrial consumption route.

Furfural is further used as a chemical intermediate in the production of furfuryl alcohol, tetrahydrofuran, and furan resins applied in foundry binders and adhesives.

The product is supplied as a liquid, typically in drums, intermediate bulk containers, and bulk tankers for large-volume buyers across various industrial sectors.

Standard commercial grades include technical grade and refined grades meeting food and flavor industry purity requirements and regional flavor regulations.

Physical Properties

Melting Point	-38.7 °C
Boiling Point	18.5 °C @ Press: 1.0 Torr
Density	1.1563 g/cm³ @ Temp: 25 °C
Flash Point	137 °F
Appearance	Furfural is a colorless to yellow aromatic het erocyclic aldehyde with an almond-like odor. Turns amber on exposure to light and air.
Color	very deep brown
Odor	at 1.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sweet woody almond fragrant baked bread
Form	Liquid
Water Solubility	8.3 g/100 mL
Vapor Pressure	13.5 mm Hg ( 55 °C)
Refractive Index	n 20/D 1.527
pH	>=3.0 (50g/l, 25℃)
Log P	0.41

Safety & Handling

Danger GHS06 GHS08 GHS07 GHS02 Hazard Statements H226 Flammable liquid and vapor H301 Toxic if swallowed H311 Toxic in contact with skin H312 Harmful in contact with skin H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H330 Fatal if inhaled H331 Toxic if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation H351 Suspected of causing cancer H370 Causes damage to organs H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H402 Harmful to aquatic life H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use. 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. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P317 Get emergency medical help. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label). P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P301+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P308+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. 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+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P305+P351+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	29321200
UN Number	1199
ADR Class	6.1
Packing Group	II
Storage Class	3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany)	2

Other Names

Industries

Personal Care & Cosmetics Food & Nutrition