2,2'-Furoin

IUPAC Name: 1,2-Bis(furan-2-yl)-2-hydroxyethanone
CAS: 552-86-3
Formula   : C₁₀H₈O₄
Molecular Weight: 192.17
Molecular Structure of 1,2-Bis(furan-2-yl)-2-hydroxyethanone (552-86-3):

Density: 1.32 g/cm³ 
Flash Point: 139.4 °C
Melting Point: 134-137 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point: 306.8 °C at 760 mmHg  
Index of Refraction: 1.557 
Molar Refractivity: 46.9 cm³ 
Molar Volume: 145.5 cm³ 
Polarizability: 18.59×10^-24cm³
Appearance: light yellow to light brown amorphous powder
Surface Tension: 50.5 dyne/cm 
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 57.8 kJ/mol 
Vapour Pressure: 0.000328 mmHg at 25°C 
Water Solubility: 5.364e+004mg/L) at 25°C
Product Categories: pharmaceutical intermediates;buildingblocks;furans;heterocyclic building blocks.

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

Poison by intraperitoneal route. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Safety Information about 1,2-Bis(furan-2-yl)-2-hydroxyethanone (552-86-3):
WGK Germany: 3
RTECS: KM5774095

  The chemical synonyms of 1,2-Bis(furan-2-yl)-2-hydroxyethanone (552-86-3) are 1,2-Di(2-furyl)-2-hydroxyethanone ; 1,2-Di-2-furanyl-2-hydroxy-ethanon ; 1,2-Di-2-furanyl-2-hydroxyethanone ; 1,2-Di-2-furyl-2-hydroxy-ethanon ; Ethanone, 1,2-di-2-furyl-2-hydroxy- ; Furoylfurylcarbinol ; Furoylfu-rylcarbinol ; Ketone, 2-furyl alpha-hydroxyfurfuryl .It can be  used as an organic reagent and  reducing agent.It may cause eye irritation.May cause skin irritation.May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.