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CAS No.: 109-99-9 Formula: C4H8O

Weight: 72.10570

Synonyms: tetrahydro-furan; THF; oxolane; Furan, tetrahydro-;

Description

Tetrahydrofuran (THF) is an organic compound with the formula (CH2)4O. The compound is classified as heterocyclic compound, specifically a cyclic ether. It is a colorless, water-miscible organic liquid with low viscosity. It is mainly used as a precursor to polymers. Being polar and having a wide liquid range, THF is a versatile solvent.

Basic Information

CAS No.:

109-99-9

Synonyms:

tetrahydro-furan; THF; oxolane; Furan, tetrahydro-;

Formula:

C4H8O

Molecular Weight:

72.10570

PSA:

9.23000

LogP:

0.79680

Properties

Appearance & Character:

Colorless transparent liquid with ether taste

Density:

0.8892 g/cm3 (20 °C)

Melting Point:

−108.4 °C

Boiling Point:

66 °C

Flash Point:

−14 °C

Storage Conditions:

Storage room is ventilated and dried at low temperature, and stored separately from oxidants, acids and bases.

Safety Info

Symbol:

GHS02 GHS07 GHS08

Signal Word:

DANGER

Hazard Statement:

H225; H302; H319; H335; H351

Warning Statement:

P210; P280; P301 + P312 + P330; P305 + P351 + P338; P370 + P378; P403 + P235

Customs Code:

2932110000

WGK Germany:

1

Hazard Category Code:

R11; R19; R36/37

Security Instructions:

S26-S36-S33-S29-S16

Dangerous Goods Sign:

F