SAFETY DATA SHEETS

According to Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of

Chemicals (GHS) - Sixth revised edition
Version: 1.0
Creation Date: Mar. 30, 2018

Revision Date: Mar. 30, 2018

1. Identification
1.1 GHS Product identifier
Product name Furfural
1.2 Other means of identification
Product number -
Other names 2-furancarboxaldehyde
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Identified uses Used in lubricants refinement, furfuryl alcohol production,
pharmaceutical production.Food additives -> Flavoring Agents
Uses advised against no data available
1.4 Supplier's details
Company ChemFine International Co.,Ltd.
Address RM 417,Taihu Pearl Digital Mansion, No.99,Qingyang Road,
Wuxi, China
Telephone +86-510-82753588
Fax +86-510-82753598
1.5 Emergency phone number
Emergency phone +86-510-82753588
number
Service hours Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT
+8 hours).
2. Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity - Oral, Category 3
Acute toxicity - Dermal, Category 4

Skin irritation, Category 2

Eye irritation, Category 2

Acute toxicity - Inhalation, Category 3

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure, Category 3

Carcinogenicity, Category 2
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

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 Pictogram(s)

Signal word Danger

Hazard statement(s) H301 Toxic if swallowed

H312 Harmful in contact with skin

H315 Causes skin irritation

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

H331 Toxic if inhaled

H335 May cause respiratory irritation

H351 Suspected of causing cancer

Precautionary
statement(s)
Prevention P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye

protection/face protection.

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read
and understood.

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 Response P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON
CENTER/doctor/…

P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label).

P330 Rinse mouth.

P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...

P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…if you feel unwell.

P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before
reuse.

P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical

advice/attention.

P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water

for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
to do. Continue rinsing.

P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical

advice/attention.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and

keep comfortable for breathing.

P311 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…

P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/
attention.
Storage P405 Store locked up.

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container

tightly closed.
Disposal P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment
and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available
3. Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Chemical Common names and CAS EC
Concentration
name synonyms number number
2-furaldehyde Furfural 98-01-1 202-627-7 98.5 Min

4. First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice

Medical attention is required. Consult a doctor. Show this safety data sheet (SDS) to the
doctor in attendance.

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 If inhaled

Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.

Following skin contact

Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Seek medical
attention if you feel unwell.
Following eye contact

First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily
possible), then refer for medical attention.
Following ingestion

Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Vapor may irritate eyes and respiratory system. Liquid irritates skin and may cause
dermatitis. (USCG, 1999)
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment
needed, if necessary
Basic treatment: Establish a patent airway. Suction if necessary. Watch for signs of
respiratory insufficiency and assist ventilations if necessary. Aggressive airway
management may be necessary. Administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask at 10 to 15
L/min. Anticipate seizures and treat if necessary ... . Monitor for shock and treat if
necessary ... . Monitor for pulmonary edema and treat if necessary ... . For eye
contamination, flush eyes immediately with water. Irrigate each eye continuously with
normal saline during transport ... . Do not use emetics. For ingestion, rinse mouth and
administer 5 m1/kg up to 200 ml of water for dilution if the patient can swallow, has a
strong gag reflex, and does not drool. Administer activated charcoal ... . /Aldehydes and
Related Compounds/
5. Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, dry chemical, "alcohol resistant" form, or carbon dioxide. use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Irritating vapors are generated when heated
(USCG, 1999)
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
6. Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing mist, gas or vapours. Avoid contacting with skin
and eye. Use personal protective equipment. Wear chemical impermeable gloves. Ensure
adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.

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6.2 Environmental precautions
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the
airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert
absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
1. Remove all ignition sources. 2. Ventilate area of spill or leak. 3. For small quantities,
absorb on paper towels. Evaporate in a safe place ... Allow sufficient time for evaporating
vapors to completely clear the hood ductwork. Burn the paper in a suitable location away
from combustible materials. For large quantities, cover with sodium bisulfite, add a small
amt of water & mix. ... After 1 hr, flush with large amt of water & wash site with soap
solution.
7. Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with
skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire
caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Separated from strong bases, strong acids, strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Keep in
the dark. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer
access.Keep in air tight container and protect from light
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values

Component Furfural
CAS No. 98-01-1
Limit value - Eight hours Limit value - Short term
ppm mg/m³ ppm mg/m³
Australia 2 7,9
Austria 5 20
Belgium 2 8,0
Canada - Ontario 2
Canada - Québec 2 7,9
Denmark 2 7,9 4 15,8
Finland 2 8 5 (1) 20 (1)
France 2 8
Hungary 20
Ireland 2 8 5 (1) 20 (1)
Japan - JSOH 2,5 9,8

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 Component Furfural
CAS No. 98-01-1
Latvia 10
New Zealand 2 7,9
People's Republic of China 5
Poland 10 25
Singapore 2 7,9
South Korea 2 8
Spain 2 8
Sweden 2 8 5 (1) 20 (1)
Switzerland 2 8
USA - OSHA 5 20
United Kingdom 2 8 5 20
Remarks
Finland (1) 15 minutes average value
Ireland (1) 15 minutes reference period
Spain skin
Sweden (1) 15 minutes average value

8.2 Appropriate engineering controls

Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety
practice. Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
(PPE)
Eye/face protection

Wear tightly fitting safety goggles with side-shields conforming to EN 166(EU) or NIOSH
(US).
Skin protection

Wear fire/flame resistant and impervious clothing. Handle with gloves. Gloves must be
inspected prior to use. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy
the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Respiratory protection

If the exposure limits are exceeded, irritation or other symptoms are experienced, use a
full-face respirator.
Thermal hazards

no data available
9. Physical and chemical properties

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 Physical state Liquid.
Colour ColourlessTurns yellow to brown on exposure to air and light
and resinifies.
Odour Peculiar odor, somewhat resembling the odor of benzaldehyde
Melting point/ freezing -36.5 °C.
point
Boiling point or initial 161.8 °C. Atm. press.:760 mm Hg.
boiling point and boiling
range
Flammability Class IIIA Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 60°C and
below 93.33°C.
Lower and upper Lower flammable limit: 2.1% by volume; Upper flammable
explosion limit / limit: 19.3% by volume
flammability limit
Flash point 61.7 °C. Atm. press.:See remarks.
Auto-ignition > 315 - < 393 °C. Atm. press.:See remarks.
temperature Remarks:Information on presure not reported.
Decomposition no data available
temperature
pH no data available
Kinematic viscosity cps = Ca. 1.49. Temperature:25.0°C.
Solubility Partially miscible with water
Partition coefficient n- log Pow = Ca. 0.41. Remarks:Value is based on a QSAR.
octanol/water
Vapour pressure 16.9 hPa. Temperature:55 °C.
Density and/or relative Ca. 1.15 - ca. 1.16 g/cm³. Temperature:25 °C.
density
Relative vapour density 3.31 (vs air)
Particle characteristics no data available
10. Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
The substance polymerizes under the influence of acids or bases. This generates fire or
explosion hazard. Reacts with oxidants. Attacks some forms of plastic.
Flammable. This chemical is sensitive to light and air. Soluble in water, with mixing.
10.2 Chemical stability
Turns yellow to brown on exposure to air and light and resinifies
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Flammability of furfural is comparable to that of kerosene or No 1 fuel oil.FURFURAL
reacts with sodium hydrogen carbonate. It also can react with strong oxidizers. An
exothermic resinification of almost explosive violence can occur upon contact with strong
mineral acids or alkalis. It forms condensation products with many types of compounds,
including phenol, amines and urea. .
10.4 Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5 Incompatible materials
...Can react with oxidizing materials.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

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 When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11. Toxicological information
Acute toxicity

Oral: LD50 - rat (male) - 100 mg/kg bw. Remarks:5/10 mortalities at 100 mg/kg.
Inhalation: LC50 - rat (male/female) - > 0.54 - < 1.63 mg/L air (analytical).
Dermal: LD50 - rat (male/female) - > 2 000 mg/kg bw.

Skin corrosion/irritation

no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation

no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization

no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity

no data available
Carcinogenicity

Evaluation: There is inadequate evidence in humans for the carcinogenicity of furfural.

There is limited evidence in experimental animals for the carcinogenicity of furfural.
Overall evaluation: Furfural is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Group
3).
Reproductive toxicity

no data available
STOT-single exposure

no data available
STOT-repeated exposure

no data available
Aspiration hazard

no data available
12. Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to fish: LC50 - Poecilia reticulata - 10.5 mg/L - 14 d.
Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: EC0 - Daphnia magna - 13 mg/L
- 24 h.
Toxicity to algae: NOEC - Microcystis aeruginosa - 2.7 mg/L - 8 d.
Toxicity to microorganisms: NOEC - Microcystis aeruginosa - 2.7 mg/L - 8 d.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

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 AEROBIC: Furfural, present at 100 mg/L, reached 93.5% of its theoretical BOD in 2
weeks using an activated sludge inoculum at 30 mg/L and the Japanese MITI test(1). In
river die-away studies using water taken from the Great Miami, Little Miami, and Ohio
Rivers, 1.0 ppm of furfural was completely degraded within 3 days under aerobic
conditions(2). The rate of degradation at a higher initial furfural concentration was found
to be dependent upon the degree of acclimation, and fully acclimated seeds were round to
degrade 25 ppm furfural within 5-12 days(2). At initial concentrations of 1.7-20 and 440
ppm, furfural underwent 46% and 17% theoretical BOD, respectively, in 5 days using a
sewage sludge seed under aerobic conditions(3). Furfural at an initial concentration of 300
mg/L, in solution with phenol and N-methyl-2-pyrolidine, was found to undergo 98%
removal in a flow-through laboratory bioreactor using an activated sludge inoculum under
aerobic conditions(4). At an initial feed concentration of 1,000 mg/L, degradation was also
found to occur(4). Furfural at an initial concentration of 200 mg/L COD underwent 96.3%
removal in less than 120 hours using a thickened adapted activated sludge under aerobic
conditions (5). Furfural was shown to support the aerobic growth of organisms obtained
from soil and grown on phenol(6).
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
An estimated BCF of 3.2 was calculated for furfural(SRC), using a log Kow of 0.41(1) and
a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this BCF
suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is low(SRC).
12.4 Mobility in soil
The Koc of furfural is estimated as 40(SRC), using a log Kow of 0.41(1) and a regression-
derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this estimated Koc value
suggests that furfural is expected to have very high mobility in soil.
12.5 Other adverse effects
no data available
13. Disposal considerations
13.1 Disposal methods
Product

The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by

controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed
or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging

Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning.
Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and
then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is
possible for combustible packaging materials.
14. Transport information
14.1 UN Number
ADR/RID: UN1199 IMDG: UN1199 IATA: UN1199
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name
ADR/RID: Furfural
IMDG: Furfural
IATA: Furfural
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

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 ADR/RID: 6.1 IMDG: 6.1 IATA: 6.1
14.4 Packing group, if applicable
ADR/RID: II IMDG: II IATA: II
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG: no IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the
IBC Code
no data available
15. Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in
question

Chemical name Common names and synonyms CAS number EC number

2-furaldehyde Furfural 98-01-1 202-627-7
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
Listed.
(EINECS)
EC Inventory Listed.
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Listed.
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 Listed.
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) Listed.
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances
Listed.
(PICCS)
Vietnam National Chemical Inventory Listed.
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China
Listed.
IECSC)

16. Other information

Information on revision
Creation Date Mar. 30, 2018
Revision Date Mar. 30, 2018
Abbreviations and acronyms

CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service

ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous
Goods by Road
RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
IATA: International Air Transportation Association

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 TWA: Time Weighted Average
STEL: Short term exposure limit
LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
EC50: Effective Concentration 50%

References

IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website:

http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website:
https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD,
website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?
pageID=0&request_locale=en
CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation,
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Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website:
http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/

Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and
is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee
of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
handling or from contact with the above product.

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