Benzofuran
Agent Name
Benzofuran
CAS Number
271-89-6
Formula
C8-H6-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1-Oxidene; 1-Oxindene; 2,3-Benzofuran; Benzo(b)furan; Benzofuran (IUPAC); Benzofurfuran; Coumaron; Coumarone; Cumarone; [ChemIDplus] UN3271
Category
Benzofuran Derivatives
Description
Colorless, oily liquid with an aromatic odor; [HSDB] Colorless or pale yellow liquid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used in the manufacture of coumarone-indene resins; [Merck Index]
Comments
May be toxic to the kidneys and liver; [ICSC] An irritant; Effects in high-dose animal studies include acute tubular necrosis; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.44 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 56 deg C; [ICSC] The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Ethers, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes
IARC Carcinogen
Possible (2b)
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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