👉 Furanaldehyde, also known as 1,2-dimethyl-3-pentene, is a chemical compound that has been used in the production of various pharmaceuticals and industrial products. It is often referred to as a "fetaldehyde" because it is an endocrine disruptor, meaning it can be toxic to developing fetuses. Furanaldehyde was first synthesized in 1907 by German chemist Heinrich von Wielandt. The compound has