hydroxymethylfurfural

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What does hydroxymethylfurfural mean?

A heterocyclic compound, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde, that is formed during the thermal decomposition of some sugars, and has potential use as a biofuel

Where does hydroxymethylfurfural come from?

From hydroxy + methyl + furfural.

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