Product Identification

Product Name

2-Furoyl chloride

Synonyms

2-Furancarboxylic acid chloride
2-Furanoic acid chloride
2-Furanylcarbonyl chloride
2-Furoyl chloride
Furan-2-carboxylic chloride
Pyromucyl chloride

CAS

527-69-5

Formula

C5H3ClO2

Molecular Weight

130.53

EINECS

208-422-9

Merck

13,4331

Beilstein/Gmelin

110144

Beilstein Reference

5-18-06-00110

EC Class

corrosive

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear yellow to brown liquid. Pungent odor.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

-2

Boiling Point

173

Vapor Pressure

1.4 (25 C)

Density

1.32 g/cm3

Partition Coefficient

1

Heat Of Vaporization

40.7 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.5310 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately 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. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.

Handling

Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.

Inhalation

May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Skin

Causes skin burns.

Eyes

Causes eye burns. Lachrymator.

Hazards

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.

EC Risk Phrase

R 34 36/37

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

3265

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

85

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Combustible Liquid. Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

Fire Potential

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

11

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, alcohols.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

3265

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2932 19 00