Product Identification

Product Name

Furfuryl pentanoate

Synonyms

Furan-2-ylmethyl pentanoate
Furfuryl valerate
Pentanoic acid, 2-furanylmethyl ester

CAS

36701-01-6

Formula

C10H14O3

Molecular Weight

182.22

EINECS

253-160-0

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Boiling Point

227 - 228

Vapor Pressure

0.07 (25 C)

Density

1.026 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.68

Heat Of Vaporization

46.7 kJ/mol

Vapor Density

6.2

Refractive Index

1.456

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Get medical attention.

Inhalation

Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

Skin

Remove affected person from source of contamination. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for several minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

Eyes

Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Can discolor during storage. Protect from light, including direct sun rays. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Keep containers tightly closed. Keep in original container.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause stomach pain or vomiting.

Skin

Defats the skin.

Eyes

Causes irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R: 36/38

EC Safety Phrase

S: 26 36/37/39

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear splash-proof eye goggles to prevent any possibility of eye contact. Protective gloves and clothing.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

98

Fire Fighting

Extinguish with foam or carbon dioxide. Avoid breathing fire vapours. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. Dike for water control.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Stop leak if possible without risk. Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking. Ventilate. Do not contaminate water sources or sewer. Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Wash thoroughly after dealing with a spillage.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.