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High Quality Furan Compound 5-hydroxymethylfurfural / 5-HMF CAS 67-47-0

CAS No:67-47-0
Appearance:Light Yellow
MF:C6H6O3
Place of Origin:China
Purity:95%
Certification:MSDS,COA,TDS
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CATEGORY

5-HMF is formed through the dehydration of glucose or fructose; its molecular structure comprises a furan ring, an aldehyde group, and a hydroxymethyl group. Characterized by its relatively high chemical reactivity, it can be utilized to synthesize a wide variety of derivatives through reactions such as oxidation, hydrogenation, and condensation, making it a crucial raw material in the fine chemical industry.

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Function

It serves as a key raw material for the production of furan derivatives—such as furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA), dimethylfuran (DMF), and tetrahydrofurandimethanol (THFDM)—which are primarily utilized in sectors including liquid packaging, synthetic fibers and textiles, additives, and specialty fuels.

In the food industry, 5-HMF can be employed as a flavoring agent and colorant to enhance the color and taste of food products; in the pharmaceutical field, it functions as a pharmaceutical intermediate for the development of various medications; additionally, it can be used for the synthesis of biofuels and other applications.

Application Areas:

Pharmaceutical Industry: Pharmaceutical Intermediates

Fine Chemicals: Fragrances, Surfactants, Fuel Additives

Packaging Industry: Bottles, Films

Animal Husbandry: Feed Additives

Transportation Industry: Specialty Plastics, Specialty Rubbers

Technical Specifications:

Name	5-Hydroxymethylfurfural
CAS	67-47-0
Melting point	28-34℃
Boiling Point	114–116°C at 1 mmHg
Relative Density	1.243 g/mL at 25°C
Stability	Sensitive to air, light, and heat; highly hygroscopic; requires sealed storage at low temperatures (<0°C).