2-Acetylbenzofuran Chemical Properties
Molecular Formula: C10H8O2
Formula Weight: 160.17
mp : 70-72 °C(lit.)
bp : 110-113 °C 3 mm Hg(lit.)
Fp : >110°C
2-Acetylbenzofuran Toxicity Data With Reference
Acute toxicity:
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: May cause irritation
on the eye: May cause irritation
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Subacute to chronic toxicity:
Other than potential irritation, no information on illness or injury to humans from acute or chronic exposure to 2-Acetylbenzofuran is available.
Additional toxicological information:
To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of 2-Acetylbenzofuran is not fully known.
No classification data on carcinogenic properties of 2-Acetylbenzofuran is available from the EPA, IARC,NTP, OSHA or ACGIH.
2-Acetylbenzofuran Safety Profile
Safety Statements : 22-24/25
WGK Germany : 3
RTECS : OB1203000
2-Acetylbenzofuran Specification
Thermal decomposition/conditions to be avoided: Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
Materials to be avoided: Oxidizing agents
Dangerous reaction: No dangerous reactions known
Dangerous products of decomposition: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide