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What are the properties of furfural

2023 04/19

Since furfural has aldehyde groups and dienyl ether functional groups, furfural has the properties of compounds such as aldehydes, ethers, and dienes, especially similar to benzaldehyde.

Furfural is a colorless or light yellow oily liquid with a special benzaldehyde smell. When exposed to air and light, it tends to turn yellowish brown and form a resinous substance. It can volatilize with water vapor. It is easily soluble in alcohol and ether, soluble in hot water, acetone, benzene, chloroform, and soluble in 11 parts of water. flammable. Corrosive. Can stimulate mucous membranes, tear gas, cause headaches. In case of open flame, high heat or contact with oxidants, there is a danger of burning and explosion. Decomposed by high heat releases toxic gas. In case of high heat, the internal pressure of the container will increase, and there is a danger of cracking and explosion. When in contact with air, it can form explosive mixtures.

In addition to furfural, we can also supply hydroxyethyl cellulose, furfuryl alcohol and dibenzoyl methane.

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