Benzofuran Property

Melting point:

<-18 °C

Boiling point:

166.5-168°C

Density 

1.078°C

form 

Liquid

Safety

RIDADR 

1993

HazardClass 

3

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapour

H351Suspected of causing cancer

Precautionary statements

P201Obtain special instructions before use.

P210Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.

P308+P313IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Benzofuran Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Safety Profile

Confirmed carcinogen withexperimental carcinogenic data reported. Moderately toxicby intraperitoneal route. Mutation data reported. Whenheated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and fumes.