Alcohols & Glycols
REACH
Furfuryl alcohol
CAS Number
98-00-0
EC Number
202-626-1
FEMA Number
FEMA 2491
Abbreviation
FA
What is Furfuryl alcohol?
Furfuryl alcohol (CAS 98-00-0), also known as FA, is a bio-based furan derivative produced from agricultural residues such as sugarcane bagasse and corn cobs.
Where is Furfuryl alcohol used?
- Industrial resins: reactive solvent in resin systems
- Food and fragrance: flavoring agent
- Foundry and resin manufacturing: primary monomer in furan no-bake binder systems for sand cores and molds in metal casting
- Food and beverage: FEMA 2491-approved flavoring with roasted, coffee-like notes in baked goods, confectionery and beverages
- Fragrance formulation: warm, caramel-adjacent character in perfumes and cosmetic blends
- Specialty coatings and adhesives: solvent and carrier
- It is compatible with furan-based systems.
Commercial specifications
- Drum and IBC quantities
- Bulk tanker options
Other Names (Synonyms)
furyl alcohol|furfurol|furfural alcohol|furan-2-ylmethanol|furan-2-methanol|alpha-furylcarbinol|alpha-furfuryl alcohol|5-hydroxymethylfuran|FA
What are the physical properties of Furfuryl alcohol?
Melting Point -15 °C
Boiling Point 171 °C @ Press: 750 Torr
Density 1.1296 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 149 °F
Appearance Furfural alcohol is a colorless to amber liquid that darkens on exposure to light. It has a faint, burning odor.
Color Clear yellow
Odor Mildly irritating.
Form Liquid
Water Solubility MISCIBLE
Vapor Pressure 0.5 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.486(lit.)
pH 6 (300g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Log P 0.3 at 25℃
How is Furfuryl alcohol classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS06· Toxic GHS08· Health Hazard GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H227 Combustible liquid
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
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.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Furfuryl alcohol?
HS Code 2932 13 00
UN Number 2874
ADR Class 6.1
Packing Group III
Storage Class 6.1A - Combustible acute toxic Cat. 1 and 2
very toxic hazardous materials
WGK (Germany) 1