Product Description
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) is an important bio-based platform chemical derived from the acid-catalyzed dehydration of C6 sugars like fructose and glucose. As a versatile organic compound, it stands at the crossroads of carbohydrate chemistry and biorefinery, serving as a critical precursor for a wide range of value-added chemicals, biofuels, and polymers. Its potential to replace petroleum-based building blocks makes it a cornerstone of sustainable chemistry and green technology.
Product Properties
Property Value CAS Number 67-47-0 Chemical Formula C₆H₆O₃ Molar Mass 126.11 g/mol Appearance Yellowish crystalline solid or oily liquid Melting Point 30 to 34 °C (86 to 93 °F; 303 to 307 K) Boiling Point 114 to 116 °C at 1 mmHg Solubility Soluble in water, acetone, methanol, and ethyl acetate Synonyms HMF, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde Product Usage
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural is a key intermediate with diverse and significant applications:
- Polymer Production: It is the primary precursor for producing 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA), a monomer used to manufacture PEF (polyethylene furanoate), a 100% bio-based polyester positioned as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based PET.
- Biofuel Synthesis: Can be converted into advanced biofuels such as 2,5-dimethylfuran (DMF), which has a higher energy density than ethanol and is immiscible with water.
- Chemical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing a wide array of chemicals, including levulinic acid, solvents, resins, and pharmaceutical intermediates.
- Food Industry: Found naturally in heated foods (like coffee and dried fruit) and sometimes used as a flavoring agent or biomarker for heat processing.
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