General

Synonyms: 2-furyl methyl ketone, acetyl furan, methyl 2-furyl ketone, 1-(2-furanyl)ethanone
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Molecular formula: C₆H₆O₂
CAS No: 1192-62-7
EC No: 214-757-1

Physical data

Appearance: gold-coloured solid
Melting point: 29 - 30 C
Boiling point: 67 C at 10 mm Hg
Vapour density:
Vapour pressure:
Density (g cm^-3): 1.098
Flash point: 71 C
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility: insoluble
 

Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, strong bases. Combustible.

Toxicology

Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Skin, eye and respiratory irritant.

Toxicity data
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n/a

Risk phrases
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R20 R21 R22 R36 R37 R38.

Transport information

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UN No 1992. Packing group III. Hazard class 6.1.

Personal protection

Safety glasses, adequate ventilation.

Safety phrases
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