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3-Methylfuran

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[Flash Point]

-22
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Extinguishing media: Use dry chemical or foam.
[Ingestion]

Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water.
[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 immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
[Storage]

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area.
[Handling]

Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. Toxic if inhaled.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Personal Protection]

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.
[Appearance]

Colorless liquid.
[Solubility in water]

Slightly soluble
[Boiling Point]

65 - 66
[Density]

0.923 g/cm3 (18 C)
[Refractive Index]

1.4255 (18 C)
[Product Name]

3-Methylfuran
[CAS]

"CASEN_930-27-8.htm">930-27-8
[Formula]

C5H6O
[Molecular Weight]

82.1
[RTECS]

LU2630000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

104217
[Beilstein Reference]

5-17-01-00330
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.