Hydroxy-Methyl-Furfural (HMF): What it is, Where it is Found and Toxicity

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HMF is an aldehyde molecule consisting of a furan ring, containing aldehyde and alcohol functional groups. At room temperature it has the appearance of a low melting white solid - although commercial samples often have a yellowish color - water soluble and highly soluble in organic solvents.

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