α-Furfurylamine

α-Furfurylamine (CAS 617-89-0), also known by the abbreviations FFA and FAM, is a primary amine derived from furan and carrying a reactive aminomethyl group. It carries no assigned E-code. It is commercially available under the synonym furfurylamine and catalogued under EC number 210-536-9.

In food and nutrition applications, α-furfurylamine functions as a flavoring agent where its furan ring contributes characteristic roasted and caramel-like notes to finished formulations. The free amine group also makes it a reactive intermediate in Maillard-type chemistry, enabling controlled flavor development during thermal processing of food products.

α-Furfurylamine is supplied as a liquid grade suitable for food flavoring use and is subject to REACH registration requirements within the European Union. Procurement teams should confirm FCC compliance where food-grade certification is required. It is classified under HS code 29321900 for import and export documentation purposes.