Methyl 2-furoate
CAS Number611-13-2
FormulaC6H6O3
Mol. Weight126.11 g/mol
Methyl 2-furoate
What is Methyl 2-furoate?
Methyl 2-furoate is a chemical compound with CAS number 611-13-2 and molecular formula C6H6O3. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Methyl 2-furoate (Methyl furan-2-carboxylate, Methyl pyromucate) was used to synthesize cis-fused 5-oxofuro[2,3-b]furans1. It was also used in the preparation of sesquiterpene lactone2.
Specifications
Molecular Weight
126.11 g/mol
Assay/Purity
98%
Boiling Point
181 °C(lit.)
Density
1.179 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS06Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H301-H312-H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P280-P301 + P310-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
EC Number
210-254-6
WGK Germany
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