Synonym(s): 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde; 5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural; 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxaldehyde; HMF
Empirical Formula: C6H6O3
Linear Formula: C6H6O3
Formula Weight: 126.11
MDL Number: MFCD00003234
Purity: ≥99%
Boiling Point: 114-116 °C/1 mmHg(lit.)
Melting Point: 28-34 °C(lit.)
Density: 1.243 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.562(lit.)
Beilstein Registry Number: 110889
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard statements: H315-H319-H335
Precautionary statements: P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Risk Statements (Europe): 36/37/38-52/53
Safety Statements (Europe): 26-36
Hazard Codes (Europe): Xi