3-Furaldehyde
Agent Name
3-Furaldehyde
CAS Number
498-60-2
Formula
C5-H4-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
3-Furancarboxaldehyde; [ChemIDplus] UN1199
Category
Aldehydes
Description
Yellow or brown liquid with an almond-like odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
A skin and strong eye irritant; Highly toxic by ingestion and inhalation; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Furfural."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
5.33 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Furaldehydes."
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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