Product Description:
Tetrahydrofuran is a colorless, water-miscible organic solvent with a moderate odor, commonly used in polymer and chemical research.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
109-99-9
SYNONYM:
THF;Oxolane;1,4-Epoxybutane;Diethylene oxide
FORMULA:
C4H8O
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Flammable
CATEGORIES:
Solvents
,
Chemical Intermediate
Technical Specifications
Appearance :
Colorless liquid
Boiling Point, °C :
66
Density, g/cm3 :
0.889
Flash Point, °C :
-14
Melting point, °C :
-108.5
Molecular weight, g/mol :
72.11
Odor :
Ether-like
Refractive index, n20/D :
1.407
Tetrahydrofuran, often abbreviated as THF, is a versatile and highly functional chemical compound renowned for its role as a polar aprotic solvent. Its molecular structure, characterized by a five-membered ring of four carbon atoms and one oxygen atom, gives it solvent properties ideal for dissolving a wide range of chemical substances. THF''s high volatility and low viscosity make it an exceptional medium for facilitating complex chemical reactions, particularly in the synthesis of polymers like polyurethane and polytetramethylene ether glycol. This clear, colorless liquid is also essential in the pharmaceutical industry, where it acts as a reaction solvent in the production of various pharmaceuticals. Beyond synthesis, Tetrahydrofuran''s role extends to applications in chromatography and as a chemical intermediate in producing solvents, adhesives, and other industrial chemicals. Safe handling and storage are crucial, as THF can form explosive peroxides upon prolonged exposure to air.