Furan

Furan, a volatile compound with a strong etheric odor and flammability, is a crucial component in the industrial context, producing various chemicals such as pyrrole, thiophene, tetrahydrofuran, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides. It is also used as a solvent for resins in organic synthesis and is present in many foods, including carbohydrates, unsaturated fatty acids, carotenoids, vitamin [...]