2,5-Dimethylfuran
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2,5-Dimethylfuran is a heterocyclic compound with the formula (CH3)2C4H2O. Although often abbreviated DMF, it should not be confused with dimethylformamide. A derivative of furan, this simple compound is a potential biofuel, being derivable from cellulose.
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2,5-Dimethylfuran | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.009.923 |
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C6H8O | |
Molar mass | 96.13 |
Appearance | Liquid |
Density | 0.8897 g/cm3 |
Melting point | −62 °C (−80 °F; 211 K) |
Boiling point | 92 to 94 °C (198 to 201 °F; 365 to 367 K) |
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-66.37·10−6 cm3/mol | |
Refractive index (nD) |
1.44 – 1.442[1] |
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Very flammable, harmful |
Flash point | −1 °C (30 °F; 272 K)[1] |
285.85 °C (546.53 °F; 559.00 K)[2] | |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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