Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol

Description

Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol · CAS 97-99-4 · C5H10O2. UNII XD95821VF9. Boiling Point: 178 °C @ 760 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 178.00 to 179.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 178 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	97-99-4
PubChem CID	7360
Molecular formula	C5H10O2
IUPAC name	oxolan-2-ylmethanol
UNII (FDA)	XD95821VF9
FEMA number	3056
JECFA number	1443

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	102.13
XLogP3	-0.1
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	1
Exact Mass	102.068079557
Monoisotopic Mass	102.068079557
Topological Polar Surface Area	29.5
Heavy Atom Count	7
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	178 °C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point	178.00 to 179.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	178 °C
Boiling Point	178-179 °C
Melting Point	Less than -80 °C
Melting Point	< -80 °C
Flash Point	167 °F (NFPA, 2010)
Flash Point	75 °C
Flash Point	167 °F (75 °C) (OPEN CUP)
Flash Point	74 °C c.c.

Physical description & handling notes

• Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol appears as a clear colorless liquid with a mild odor. Vapors are heavier than air.
• CBI; Liquid
• Clear liquid with a mild odor; [Hawley]
• Liquid
• COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC LIQUID.
• Clear colourless liquid; Mild, warm oily caramel aroma

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Nuts

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H319, H360 (13.5%), H227, H315, H336, H361, H373

Documented Uses

• Used as a solvent (fats, waxes, and resins) and in organic synthesis; [Merck Index] Used as a cleaner, paint stripper, and solvent (replacement for chlorinated solvents); Also used in crop sprays, water-based paints, and to make pharmaceuticals and elastomers; [HSDB]
• Metal Degreasing [Category: Clean]
• Painting (Solvents) [Category: Paint]
• Solvent for fats, waxes, resins; in organic synthesis
• Solvent for dyes for leather; chlorinated rubber; cellulose esters; solvent-softener for nylon; vegetable oils; coupling agent
• Plasticizer, synthesis of lysine; paint and varnish ingredient.

Synonyms

TETRAHYDROFURFURYL ALCOHOL; 97-99-4; Tetrahydro-2-furanmethanol; THFA; Tetrahydro-2-furanylmethanol; 2-Furanmethanol, tetrahydro-; QO Thfa; Furfuryl alcohol, tetrahydro-; Tetrahydro-2-furancarbinol; Tetrahydrofuryl carbinol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran; Tetrahydro-2-furfuryl alcohol; Tetrahydrofurylalkohol; Tetrahydro-2-furylmethanol; Tetrahydrofurfurylalkohol; FEMA No. 3056

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol?

CAS 97-99-4; molecular formula C5H10O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol known by?

TETRAHYDROFURFURYL ALCOHOL, 97-99-4, Tetrahydro-2-furanmethanol, THFA, Tetrahydro-2-furanylmethanol, 2-Furanmethanol, tetrahydro-.

What is the regulatory status of Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS.

Is Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H319, H360, H227, H315, H336.

What are the key physical properties of Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol?

Boiling Point: 178 °C @ 760 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 178.00 to 179.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 178 °C; Boiling Point: 178-179 °C.

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