Tetrahydrofuran (THF) - Solvent for Organic Synthesis | Buy Tetrahydrofuran (CAS 109-99-9) for Coatings, And Polymer Industries

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Tetrahydrofuran (THF) - Solvent for Organic Synthesis | Buy Tetrahydrofuran (CAS 109-99-9) for Coatings, And Polymer Industries

Tetrahydrofuran (THF) - Solvent for Organic Synthesis | Buy Tetrahydrofuran (CAS 109-99-9) for Coatings, And Polymer Industries

Tetrahydrofuran, also known as oxolane or 1,4-epoxybutane, is a heterocyclic organic compound with the chemical formula C4H8O. It belongs to the ether class and is the fully hydrogenated product of furan. Tetrahydrofuran is a colorless, transparent liquid that is soluble in water, ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene, and other solvents. It is primarily used as a solvent, a chemical synthesis intermediate, and an analytical reagent.

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Product Description

THF CAS 109-99-9

Product Name: Tetrahydrofuran

Synonyms: Oxolane, 1,4-Epoxybutane

Structural Formula/Molecular Formula: C4H8O

C4H8O

CAS Number: 109-99-9

EINECS Number: 203-786-5

Place of Origin: China

I. Product Characteristics:

Appearance: Colorless volatile liquid with an ether-like odor.

pH Value: 5 (20% aqueous solution)

Melting Point (°C): -108.5

Boiling Point (°C): 66

Relative Density (Water = 1): 0.89

Relative Vapor Density (Air = 1): 2.5

Saturated Vapor Pressure (kPa): 19.3 (20°C)

Heat of Combustion (kJ/mol): -2515.2

Critical Temperature (°C): 268

Critical Pressure (MPa): 5.19

Partition Coefficient (Octanol/Water): 0.46

Flash Point (°C): -14 (closed cup); -20 (open cup)

Autoignition Temperature (°C): 321

Explosion Limits (%): Upper: 11.8; Lower: 1.8

Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene, and most organic solvents.

Refractive Index (n20°C): 1.4050

Refractive Index (n25°C): 1.4040

II. Application Fields:

—As a Solvent: Used as a raw material for organic synthesis.

—As a Reagent: Used for chromatographic analysis, organic solvent, and nylon-66 intermediate.

—Direct Applications: Can be used in the production of synthetic fibers, synthetic resins, synthetic rubber, and as a solvent for many polymer materials, precision magnetic tapes, and the electroplating industry. In the pharmaceutical industry, it can be used to produce expectorants, progesterone, rifamycin, and as a pharmaceutical solvent.

—Organic Synthesis: Tetrahydrofuran is an important raw material for organic synthesis and an excellent solvent, especially suitable for dissolving PVC, polyvinylidene chloride, and butyl rubber. Widely used as a solvent in surface coatings, anti-corrosion coatings, printing inks, magnetic tapes, and film coatings, and as a reaction solvent, it allows the control of the aluminum layer thickness and brightness when used in aluminum electroplating.

III. Usage Precautions:

Storage temperature should not exceed 30°C.

Sealed packaging is required to avoid contact with air.

Should not be stored with oxidizing agents, acids, or bases.

Use explosion-proof lighting and ventilation facilities.

The use of spark-producing mechanical equipment and tools is prohibited.

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