Furfural (furan-2-carbaldehyde) is an industrial organic aldehyde used primarily as a specialty solvent and chemical intermediate. It is widely employed in petrochemical refining as an extractive solvent to separate dienes (feedstocks for synthetic rubber) from other hydrocarbons, and as a precursor to furfuryl alcohol and other derivatives that are co-polymerized with phenol, acetone or urea to produce high-performance resins. These resins are used in applications such as fiberglass composites, aircraft components and automotive brake systems.
Key technical specifications
- Synonyms: 2-furaldehyde, furanaldehyde, furan-2-carbaldehyde
- Molecular formula: C5H4O
- CAS No.: 98-01-1
- UN No.: 1199 (see transport classification)
- Dangerous goods class: 6.1
- Purity: >= 98.5% (w/w)
- Moisture: <= 0.2% (w/w)
- Acid (mol/L): <= 0.016
- Refractive index (D20): 1.524–1.527
- Density (20 °C): 1.159–1.161 g/cm3
Applications
- Solvent/extractant in petrochemical refining for separation of dienes
- Intermediate for production of furfuryl alcohol and furfural-derived resins
- Formulation component for phenolic/urea/acetone resins used in composites, molded parts and friction materials
Packaging, transport and handling notes
- Classified under UN 1199; listed as Dangerous Goods Class 6.1 — handle in accordance with applicable local and international regulations. Refer to the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for full hazard, first-aid and personal protective equipment guidance.
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources and incompatible materials. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental release.
Supply and quality assurance
- Industrial-grade material supplied to the above specifications. Bulk packaging and minimum order quantities available on request. Certificates of analysis (CoA) and SDS can be provided for quality and regulatory compliance checks.
For purchasing, lead times, packaging options or to request technical documentation (CoA, SDS), contact the supplier through this listing.
