2,5-Dimethylfuran
Agent Name
2,5-Dimethylfuran
CAS Number
625-86-5
Formula
C6-H8-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Furan, 2,5-dimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN1993
Category
Ethers, Other
Description
Yellow oily liquid with an aromatic, caustic odor; [CAMEO] Clear, dark yellow liquid; [Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
A volatile constituent of tobacco smoke and roasted coffee aroma; Also a human metabolite of n-hexane; [CDC] Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]
Comments
Not mutagenic in vitro; [ToxPlanet: CDC] May cause irritation; Harmful by ingestion; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Furan."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
25.9 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LCLo (rat) = 500 ppm/4hr
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: