Product Identification
【Product Name】Methyl 2-furoate  糠酸甲酯
【Synonyms】Methyl pyromucate
【CAS】611-13-2
【Formula】C6H6O3
【Molecular Weight】126.11
【EINECS】210-254-6
【RTECS】LV1950000
【RTECS Class】Drug; Primary Irritant
【Merck】13,4328
【Beilstein/Gmelin】111110
【Beilstein Reference】5-18-06-00103
【EC Class】harmful, irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties
【Appearance】Clear yellow liquid. Pleasant odor.
【Solubility in water】Insoluble
【Melting Point】36
【Boiling Point】181
【Vapor Pressure】0.86 (25 C)
【Density】1.1739 g/cm3 (15 C)
【Partition Coefficient】.99
【Heat Of Vaporization】45.22 kJ/mol
【Refractive Index】1.4824 (21.4 C)

First Aid Measures
【Ingestion】If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
【Inhalation】Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
【Skin】Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
【Eyes】Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage
【Storage】Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
【Handling】Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or flames.

Hazards Identification
【Ingestion】The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
【Inhalation】The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
【Skin】May cause skin irritation. Causes skin irritation.
【Eyes】Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator.
【EC Risk Phrase】R 36/37/38
【EC Safety Phrase】S 26 36
【UN (DOT)】2810

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
【Personal Protection】Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety ggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
【Respirators】Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures
【Flash Point】73
【Fire Fighting】Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Combustible Liquid. Extinguishing media: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures
【Small spills/leaks】Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity
【Disposal Code】1
【Stability】No data.
【Incompatibilities】Strong oxidizing agents
【Decomposition】Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information
【UN Number】2810
【HS Code】2932 19 00