Furfuryl Alcohol For Synthesis MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Furfuryl Alcohol For Synthesis
Catalog Codes: SLF1804
CAS#: 98-00-0
RTECS: LU9100000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Furfuryl Alcohol
CI#: Not available.
Synonym: 2-Furanmethanol; 2-Furylmethanol;
2-Furylcarbinol; 2-Furancarbinol; Furyl Carbitol
Chemical Name: Furfuryl Alcohol
Chemical Formula: C5-H6-O2
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Furfuryl Alcohol 98-00-0 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Furfuryl Alcohol: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 177 mg/kg [Rat]. 160 mg/kg [Mouse]. DERMAL
(LD50): Acute: 400 mg/kg [Rabbit]. VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 233 ppm 4 hours [Rat].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Severe
over-exposure can result in death.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance may be toxic to central nervous system (CNS).
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated exposure to a
highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human
organs.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before
reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical
attention immediately.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Combustible.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 490°C (914°F)
Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: 65°C (149°F). OPEN CUP: 75°C (167°F).
Flammable Limits: LOWER: 1.8% UPPER: 16.3%
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Furfuryl alcohol ignites on contact with 85% Hydrogen Peroxide.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards:
May have explosive reactions or polymerization with cyanoacetic acid, formic acid, mineral acids, and organic
acids.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container.
Large Spill:
Combustible material. Poisonous liquid.
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside
container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers,
basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not
present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep locked up.. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing
material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested,
seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep
away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids.
Storage:
Light Sensitive. Air Sensitive. Store in light-resistant container. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or
flame). Do not store above 25°C (77°F).
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits:
TWA: 10 STEL: 15 (ppm) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States]
TWA: 40 STEL: 60 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States]
STEL: 15 from NIOSH
STEL: 60 (mg/m3) from NIOSH
TWA: 50 (ppm)
TWA: 200 (mg/m3)
TWA: 5 STEL: 15 (ppm) [United Kingdom (UK)]
TWA: 20 STEL: 61 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)]3
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Burning (Slight.)
Taste: Bitter.
Molecular Weight: 98.1g/mole
Color: Clear Colorless to light yellow.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: 171°C (339.8°F)
Melting Point:
-14.6°C (5.7°F) (ITI, 1985)
-31 C (Lewis, 1989)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.1296 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: 0.1 kPa (@ 20°C)
Vapor Density:
1.003 (Air = 1) (Peer Reviewd; Clayton, G.D. and Clayton, F.E.)
3.38 (Air = 1) (NFPA)
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: 8 ppm
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: The product is more soluble in oil; log(oil/water) = 0.3
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, diethyl ether.
Solubility:
Easily soluble in cold water, diethyl ether.
Very soluble in alcohol.
Soluble in benzene and clhoroform.
It is soluble in water, but is unstable in aqueous solutions.
It is insouble in pariffin hydrocarbons.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Heat, ignition sources, light, air, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various substances:
Highly reactive with acids.
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Corrosivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity:
Incompatible with acids (nitric acid, formic acid, cyanoacetic acid), mineral acids, strong oxidizing agents, air, acid
chlorides, organic acids, oxygen, fuming nitric acid.
Turns amber due to autooxidation and intramolecular dehydration during storage and turns black in presence of
air and light.
It does not react with water or common materials.
Furfuryl is easily resinified by acids.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Toxicity to Animals:
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 160 mg/kg [Mouse].
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 400 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 233 4 hours [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans:
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
May cause damage to the following organs: central nervous system (CNS).
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of ingestion.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: May cause cancer (tumorigenic) according to animal data. No human
data found at this time.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Can cause skin irritation. May be absorbed through skin and produce systemic effects. May be harmful of
absorbed through skin.
Eyes: Can cause moderate eye irritation. May cause blurred vision and corneal opacity.
Inhalation: Vapor or mist can irritate the respiratory tract (nose, throat and lungs) and mucous membranes. Inhalation
may produce severe bronchitis and spasms, coughing and chest pains. May affect brain, sense organs, blood,
behavior/central nervous system causing ataxia, excitement, headache, dizziness, weakness, drowsiness,
unconciousness) and gastrointestinal tract (nausea, vomiting). Effects of inhalation may be delayed.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea,vomiting, and diarrhea. May affect behavior/central
nervous system, with symptoms similar to inhalation. May affect respiration (cyanosis). Advanced stages may cause
collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. Effects may be delayed 2 to 4 hours.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: CLASS 6.1: Poisonous material.
Identification: : Furfuryl Alcohol UNNA: 2874 PG: III
Special Provisions for Transport:
Only DOT regulated when shipped in bulk quantities. Refer to 49CFR Limiited Quantities Exception for Divison
6.1 (Poisonous Materials) - section 173.153. It lists exceptions for materials in Packing Group III. It states that
exception for hazardous liquid material permitted for limited quantities not exceeding 4 liters.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Furfuryl Alcohol
Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Furfuryl Alcohol
Pennsylvania RTK: Furfuryl Alcohol
Minnesota: Furfuryl Alcohol
Massachusetts RTK: Furfuryl Alcohol
Massachusetts spill list: Furfuryl Alcohol
New Jersey: Furfuryl Alcohol
California Director's List of Hazardous Substances: Furfuryl Alcohol
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Furfuryl Alcohol
Other Regulations:
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada):
CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C
(200°F).
CLASS D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC):
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 2
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: j
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 2
Reactivity: 1
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
Section 16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 10/09/2005 05:36 PM
Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM