The 2-Methylfuran with CAS registry number of 534-22-5 is also known as Furan, 2-methyl-. The IUPAC name and product name are the same. It belongs to product categories of Isotope Labeled Compounds; Furan; Intermediate. Its EINECS registry number is 208-594-5. In addition, the formula is C₅H₆O and the molecular weight is 82.10. This chemical is a colorless to pale yellow green clear liquid and should be sealed in ventilated, cool, dry place away from heat and fire.

Physical properties about 2-Methylfuran are: (1)ACD/LogP: 1.79; (2)ACD/LogD (pH 5.5): 1.791; (3)ACD/LogD (pH 7.4): 1.791; (4)ACD/BCF (pH 5.5): 13.517; (5)ACD/BCF (pH 7.4): 13.517; (6)ACD/KOC (pH 5.5): 224.448; (7)ACD/KOC (pH 7.4): 224.448; (8)#H bond acceptors: 1; (9)Index of Refraction: 1.441; (10)Molar Refractivity: 23.377 cm³; (11)Molar Volume: 88.503 cm³; (12)Surface Tension: 25.509 dyne/cm; (13)Density: 0.928 g/cm³; (14)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 29.39 kJ/mol; (15)Boiling Point: 64.536 °C at 760 mmHg; (16)Vapour Pressure: 176.098 mmHg at 25 °C.

Preparation of 2-Methylfuran: it is prepared by hydrogenation reaction of hydrogen and furfural with the molar ratio of 10:1. The reaction needs catalysts copper and aluminum or copper at the temperature of 200-210 °C and the pressure of 300-500 kPa with feeding rate of 0.3 kg/(L·h).

Uses of 2-Methylfuran. This chemcial is used for making drugs, pesticides and flavors or fragrances. What's more, it can be used as good solvent, intermediate in organic synthesis and it also has a narcotic effect. It is used to produce 1-(5-methyl-[2]furyl)-butan-1-one by reaction with butyric acid anhydride. The reaction occurs with reagent SnCl₄ at the temperature of 100 °C for 3 hours. The yield is about 71%.

When you are using this chemical, please be cautious about it. As a chemical, it is toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. During using it, keep away from sources of ignition as thie chemical is highly flammable. Besides, take precautionary measures against static discharges. After using it, keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately.

You can still convert the following datas into molecular structure:
1. Canonical SMILES: CC1=CC=CO1
2. InChI: InChI=1S/C5H6O/c1-5-3-2-4-6-5/h2-4H,1H3
3. InChIKey: VQKFNUFAXTZWDK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

The toxicity data is as follows: