Product Identification

Product Name

Furfuryl thiopropionate

Synonyms

Furfurylthiol propionate
S-(Furan-2-ylmethyl) propanethioate

CAS

59020-85-8

Formula

C8H10O2S

Molecular Weight

170.23

EINECS

261-562-2

Beilstein/Gmelin

5926663

Physical and Chemical Properties

Boiling Point

220-222

Density

1.120 g/cm3 (20 C)

Refractive Index

1.52 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Skin

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Eyes

Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Inhalation of material may be harmful.

Skin

Contact may cause burns.

Eyes

See Skin.

Hazards

Containers may explode when heated.

EC Safety Phrase

S 23 24/25

UN (DOT)

3334

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

95

Fire Fighting

Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or regular foam. Large Fires: Water spray, fog or regular foam.

Fire Potential

May burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Prevent dust cloud. Avoid inhalation of asbestos dust.

Transport Information

UN Number

3334

Stability and Reactivity

Combustion Products

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