Chemical Name | 2-Methylfuran |
CAS Number | 534-22-5 |
Product Number | SU000020 |
Molecular Formula | C5H6O |
Molecular Weight | 82.1 |
1. Product Introduction
2-Methylfuran
UN NO.: 2301 Class: 3 Flammable Packing group: II
2-Methylfuran other names Silvan, is colorless to pale yellow/green liquid. It is considered as a potential alternative fuel for internal combustion engines.
2. Specification or COA
ITEM |
UNIT |
SPECIFICATIONS |
Purity |
% |
99 MIN |
Density |
g/ml |
0.9132 |
Moisture |
% |
0.1 MAX |
Refractive Index |
ηD20 |
1.4320 |
Melting Point |
℃ |
-88.7 |
Boiling point |
℃ |
63.2-65.6 |
Flash Point |
℃ |
-30 |
3. Product application
2-Methylfuran is mainly used as a flavoring substance, with the potential for use in alternative fuels. It can also be used in the production of pentadiene, pentanediol, acetyl-propanol, ketones and 2-methyl-tetrahydrofuran, as well as Vitamin B1, chloroquine phosphate and primaquine phosphate. It is a good solvent for pyrethroid agro-chemicals, food essences and flavors, and may be applied in pesticides.
4. Packing & Delivery
Standard export neutral packing in 180KG/Drum, or in ISO tank.
20'FCL =14.4MT IN DRUM or 20MT IN ISO TANK