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Furan, 99%, stab. with ca 250ppm BHT, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Furan has an important biological properties and pharmacological activity. Its iodinated lipophilic derivative is widely used in the treatment of ventricular and arterial fibrillation. Its derivatives are used as inhibitors of biofilm formation for several bacterial species, as well as possess quorum-sensing inhibitory activities. 2-methylfuran and 2,5-dimethylfuran are used as lignocellulosic biofuels. Its resin is used to stop sand production in underground gas storage wells. It undergo Diels-Alder reaction with arynes to give derivatives of dihydronaphthalenes which are useful intermediates in synthesis of other polycyclic aromatic compounds.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Furan has an important biological properties and pharmacological activity. Its iodinated lipophilic derivative is widely used in the treatment of ventricular and arterial fibrillation. Its derivatives are used as inhibitors of biofilm formation for several bacterial species, as well as possess quorum-sensing inhibitory activities. 2-methylfuran and 2,5-dimethylfuran are used as lignocellulosic biofuels. Its resin is used to stop sand production in underground gas storage wells. It undergo Diels-Alder reaction with arynes to give derivatives of dihydronaphthalenes which are useful intermediates in synthesis of other polycyclic aromatic compounds.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water. Soluble in common organic solvents, including alcohol, ether and acetone.
Notes
Light, heat and air sensitive. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -86°C |
| Density | 0.936 |
| Boiling Point | 32°C to 33°C |
| Flash Point | −35°C (−31°F) |
| Refractive Index | 1.422 |
| Quantity | 100 mL |
| UN Number | UN2389 |
| Beilstein | 103221 |
| Sensitivity | Air and light sensitive |
| Merck Index | 14,4296 |
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Safety and Handling
- Furan
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Carcinogenicity Category 1B
- Flammable liquid Category 1
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
- H224-Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H332-Harmful if inhaled.
- H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- H350-May cause cancer.
- H373-May cause damage to organs.
- H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- EUH019-May form explosive peroxides.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Furan
RUO – Research Use Only