furfuryl alcohol

Industrial-grade furfuryl alcohol is a colorless to light-yellow, transparent liquid used primarily as a reactive intermediate and solvent in industrial chemical processes. Supplied at a minimum purity of 98.0%, this grade is formulated for use where high reactivity and low impurity levels are required.

Key industrial applications

• Manufacture of furfuryl alcohol resins — widely used as binders for sand cores and precision foundry applications (core shooting and thermal core boxes).
• Chemical intermediate — production of tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol and other downstream furan derivatives.
• Coatings and corrosion protection — raw material in anti-corrosion coating formulations.
• Solvent and thinner — for specialty formulations and other organic synthesis processes.

Specification (typical)

• Purity: >= 98.0% (w/w)
• Furfural: <= 0.7% (w/w)
• Moisture: <= 0.3% (w/w)
• Acid (mol/L): <= 0.01
• Density (20 °C): 1.129–1.135 g/mL
• Refractive index (nD20): 1.485–1.488
• Cloud point: <= 10 °C

Identification and transport

• Synonyms: 2-furylmethanol, 2-furancarbinol
• Molecular formula: C5H6O2
• CAS No.: 98-00-0
• UN No.: 2874
• Dangerous goods class: 6.1 (toxic substances)

Quality and supply notes

• Supplied as an industrial/top-quality grade suitable for chemical synthesis and formulation use.
• Typical quality control includes assays for purity, residual furfural, moisture content and acidity to ensure consistent performance in resin production and other applications.
• Available packaging and delivery options can be arranged to suit bulk industrial buyers; please request specific packaging, shipping and storage specifications.

Handling and storage (general guidance)

• Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials.
• Follow local regulations and safety data sheet (SDS) instructions for handling, personal protective equipment and disposal.

Recommended customers

• Foundries and foundry consumables manufacturers
• Chemical intermediates producers
• Coatings and specialty solvent formulators
• Industrial purchasers requiring high-purity furan chemistry intermediates