Product Identification

Product Name

3-(2-Furyl)acrylaldehyde

Synonyms

(E)-3-Furan-2-ylprop-2-enal
1-(2-Furanyl)-1-propen-3-al
2-(2-Formylvinyl)furan
2-Furanacrolein
3-(2-Furyl)-2-propenal

CAS

623-30-3

Formula

C7H6O2

Molecular Weight

122.13

EINECS

210-785-3

RTECS

LT8528500

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

107570

Beilstein Reference

5-17-09-00120

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Light brown powder. Cinnamon odor.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

54

Boiling Point

242

Vapor Pressure

0.04 (25 C)

Partition Coefficient

1.28

Heat Of Vaporization

47.9 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting and seek IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ADVICE.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Refrigerator (approx 4 C).

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Not available.

Inhalation

May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause severe irritation and possible burns.

Eyes

Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

1759

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.

Respirators

Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

99

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Fire Potential

This material is probably combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents - strong bases.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

1759

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III