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Material Safety Data Sheet 

Furan

May be use to comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 

29CFR 1910.1200.  Standard must be consulted for specific requirements. 

MSDS Date:  7/1/2012 

 

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SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 

 

Product Name: 

Furan 

Manufacturer’s Name and Address: 

Penn A Kem LLC 

 

 

Synonyms:  QO® Furan, stabilized furan, 

 

 

3324 Chelsea Avenue 

Memphis, TN 38108 

Emergency Number, CHEMTREC   

Information, if inside US: 

 

 

 

 

800 424 9300 

[phone] 

 

 

SECTION 2: Composition/Information on Ingredients 

 

CAS NO.: 

110-00-9 

EINECS/ELINCS: 

203-727-3 

Chemical Name: 

furan 

Molecular Weight: 

68.08 

Chemical Formula: 

C

4

H

4

O 

Percent: 

100% 

 

Note:  This material may be inhibited with 250 ppm BHT. 

 

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification 

 

Emergency Overview: 

Danger. Extremely flammable, highly toxic, colorless to light yellow color, liquid. 

Route of Entry 

Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion. 

Potential Health Effects 

May cause cancer 

Acute overexposure  Odor, headache, fatigue, CNS depressant, nausea, vomiting, unconsciousness, 

respiratory paralysis.  

Eye:  

May cause eye irritation. 

Skin: 

May cause skin irritation. May cause skin allergy. 

Ingestion:  

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. 

Inhalation: 

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause build-up of fluid in the lungs. 

Chronic: 

Listed by IARC as 2B, Possibly carcinogenic to humans 

Listed by NTP as reasonably anticipated to cause cancer.  

Listed by OSHA as select carcinogen. 

Target Organs: 

Liver, kidneys, G.I. system, vapors are CNS depressant. May lower blood 

pressure.  

Note:  Avoid skin contact. Do not breath vapors. Handle in a closed piping system or in a laboratory hood. 

 

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures 

 

Eyes: 

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get 

medical aid. 

 

Skin: 

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and 

shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.  

 

Ingestion: 

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious 

and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.  

 

Inhalation: 

Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing 

is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. 

 

Note to Physician: 

Treat symptomatically and supportively. 

SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures 

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Material Safety Data Sheet 

Furan

May be use to comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 

29CFR 1910.1200.  Standard must be consulted for specific requirements. 

MSDS Date:  7/1/2012 

 

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General Information: 

As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-

demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. 

During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal 

decomposition or combustion. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can 

spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas.  

 

Extinguishing Media: 

Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Use dry chemical, carbon 

dioxide, or appropriate foam. Water spray may be ineffective and may spread 

fire. 

Flash Point: 

-36°C 

 

Auto ignition Temperature: 

390°C 

 

Explosion limits, Lower: 

2.3 vol% at 20°C. 

 

Upper: 

14.3 vol% at 20°C. 

 

NFPA Rating: 

Health: 3; Flammability: 4; Instability: 1 

 

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures 

 

General Information: 

Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. 

 

Spills/Leaks: 

Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in 

suitable container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the 

Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation. 

 

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage 

 

Handling:  Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with 

adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. 

Avoid ingestion and inhalation. 

 

Storage: 

Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, 

well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. 

 

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 

 

Engineering Controls: 

Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash 

facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne 

concentrations low.  

 

Exposure Limits: 

 

Chemical name: 

furan 

ACGIH: 

None listed 

NIOSH: 

None listed 

OSHA – Final PELS 

None listed 

 

 

 

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Material Safety Data Sheet 

Furan

May be use to comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 

29CFR 1910.1200.  Standard must be consulted for specific requirements. 

MSDS Date:  7/1/2012 

 

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls, Personal Protection Cont’d 

 

Personal Protective Equipment: 

 

Eyes: 

Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles 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: 

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and 

ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed 

whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use. 

 

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties 

 

Physical State: 

Liquid 

Appearance: 

Clear, colorless to light yellow color. 

Odor: 

Strong distinctive odor. 

pH: 

Not available. 

Vapor Pressure: 

9.2 PSI at 20°C. 

Vapor Density: 

2.3 

Evaporation Rate: 

Not available. 

Viscosity: 

Not available. 

Boiling Point: 

32°C 

Freezing/Melting Point: 

Not available. 

Decomposition Temperature: 

Not available. 

Solubility: 

Not available. 

Specific Gravity/Density: 

0.94 g/cc. 

Molecular Formula: 

C

4

H

4

O 

Molecular Weight: 

68.08 

 

SECTION 10:  Stability and Reactivity 

 

Chemical Stability: 

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. 

 

Conditions to Avoid: 

Incompatible materials, excess heat, strong oxidants. 

 

Incompatibilities with other Materials: 

Strong oxidizing agents. 

 

Hazardous Decomposition Products: 

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon 

dioxide. 

Hazardous Polymeration: 

Has not been reported. 

 

SECTION 11:  Toxicological Information 

 

RTECS#: 

LT8524000 furan. 

CAS#: 

110-00-9  

LD50/LC50: 

Rat, oral LD50, greater than 2 g/kg./ Rabbit, oral LD50, 234 mg/kg,  

Rat, LC50 3400 ppm/1hr (Hazelton), Mouse LC50 43 ppm/1 hr (AIHAAP) 

Carcinogenicity: 

Listed by IARC as 2B, possibly carcinogenic to humans 

Listed by NTP as reasonably anticipated to cause cancer .  

Listed by OSHA as S, select carcinogen 

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Material Safety Data Sheet 

Furan

May be use to comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 

29CFR 1910.1200.  Standard must be consulted for specific requirements. 

MSDS Date:  7/1/2012 

 

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Epidemiology: 

Target organ liver, kidney, gastrointestinal. 

SECTION 11:  Toxicological Information Cont’d 

 

Teratogenicity: 

No information available. 

Reproductive Effects: 

No information available. 

Mutagenicity: 

EC mutagenic cat 3 

Neurotoxicity: 

No information available. 

Other Studies: 

Ames test negative. 

 

SECTION 12:  Ecological Information 

 

Ecotoxicity: LC50 (96 hr): 61 mg/l (Pimephales Promelas). 

Volatile organic compounds (VOC): 100%. 

WGK: 2 (internal classification). 

 

 

SECTION 13:  Disposal Considerations 

 

 

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste.  

US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.  Additionally, waste 

generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate 

classification. Per 261.33(f) furan carries a U124 code. 

 

RCRA P-Series: 

None listed. 

RCRA U-Series: 

U124 

 

SECTION 14:  Transport Information 

 

US DOT 

Shipping Name: 

Furan, 3  

Hazard Class: 

Flammable Liquid, toxic 

UN Number: 

UN 2389 

Packing Group: 

I  (RQ = 100 lbs.) 

 

International 

Shipping Name: 

 Furan, 3 

Hazard Class: 

Flammable Liquid, toxic 

UN Number: 

UN 2389 

Packing Group: 

I (RQ = 100 lbs.) 

 

 

SECTION 15:  Regulatory Information 

 

US FEDERAL: 

TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act): 

Furan is listed on the TSCA inventory. 

 

 

TSCA Significant New Use Rule: 

None of the chemicals in this product have SNUR under TSCA. 

 

Section 12b: 

None of the chemicals in this product are listed under TSCA Section 12b. 

 

CERLA Hazardous Substances and Corresponding RQs: 

 

 

Furan has an RQ of 100 lbs. 

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Material Safety Data Sheet 

Furan

May be use to comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 

29CFR 1910.1200.  Standard must be consulted for specific requirements. 

MSDS Date:  7/1/2012 

 

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SARA Section 302 (Superfund  

Amendments and Reauthorizations Act): 

Furan has TPQ of 500. 

 

 

313 Reportable Ingredients: 

Furan is reportable under Section 313. 

 

Health & Safety Reporting List: 

None of the chemicals are on the Health  & Safety Reporting List. 

 

Chemical Test Rules: 

None of the chemicals are under a Chemical Test Rule. 

 

Clean Act: 

This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants, Class 1 Ozone depletors, or 

Class 2 Ozone depletors. 

 

Clean Water Act: 

None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances, Priority 

Pollutants, or Toxic Pollutants under the CWA. 

 

OSHA: 

OSHA considers furan to be highly hazardous. 

 

STATE: 

 

 

California Prop 65: 

California No Significant Risk Level: 

None of the chemicals in this product are listed. 

 

European/International Regulations 

 

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives: 

Hazard Symbols: 

Extremely flammable, Toxic   

Risk Phrases: 

R45 May cause cancer 

R26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Extremely 

flammable 

Safety Phrases: 



 

S 16 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. 



 

S 37, Wear suitable gloves. 



 

S 45, In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately 

(show the label where possible). 



 

S 28A, In case of skin contact, wash immediately with plenty of water. 

 

WGK (Water Danger/Protection): 

 2 (internal classification). 

Canada – DSL/NDSL: 

Furan is listed on the DSL or NDSL list. 

Canada – WHMIS: 

 

Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List: 

None. 

 

SECTION 16:  Additional Information 

 

MSDS Creation Date: 

07/15/2003 

Revision #7 Date:  

7/1/2012 Updated SARA 313 

 

The data contained herein is based on information currently available to Penn A Kem, and believed to be factual and the opinions 

expressed to be those of qualified experts; however, this data is not to be taken as a warranty or representation for which Penn A Kem 

assumes legal responsibility.