Tetrahydrofuran is a polar aprotic cyclic ether solvent, commonly referred to as THF and oxolane, used extensively as a reaction medium in polymer synthesis solvent applications. It dissolves a wide range of polymers and reactive intermediates and supports controlled reaction environments in processes such as polymerization and chemical transformation, due to its low viscosity and favorable solvating behavior (CAS 109-99-9). In industrial chemical supply contexts, tetrahydrofuran is provided with competitive factory pricing, customized specifications, complete documentation including MSDS, TDS, COA, and options for bulk supply.
Tetrahydrofuran CAS 109-99-9
- CAS: 109-99-9
- Synonyms: Tetrahydrofuran, THF, Oxolane, Tetramethylene oxide
- Molecular Formula: C4H8O
- Grade: Industrial grade 99%
- Package: 180kg/drum
Product Description
Tetrahydrofurans
aliases: oxyzacyclopentane; Oxy-E ring; anhydrous tetrahydrofuran; tetrahydrogen oxide hybrid; Tetramethylene oxide; 1,4-Epoxybutane; Fourth-grade oxygen
CAS:109-99-9
Molecular Weight: 72.11
Molecular formula: C4H8O
Properties: Colorless transparent liquid, with ether odor.
Freezing point: -108°C
Density：0.985
Refractive index: 1.4050
Diameter: 0.887 g/mL at 20 °C
Solubility: miscible with water, alcohols, ketones, benzene, esters, hydrocarbons.
Melting point: 33-36 °C
Boiling point: 66 °C
Basic uses of tetrahydrofuran: Tetrahydrofuran is an important organic synthesis raw material and a solvent with excellent performance, especially suitable for dissolving PVC; Polyvinylidene chloride and butadiene are widely used as solvents for surface coatings, anti-corrosion coatings, printing inks, tape and film coatings, and as reaction solvents, which can arbitrarily control the thickness of the aluminum layer and make it bright when electroplating aluminum liquid.
Tetrahydrofuran storage requirements: sealed and moisture-proof, cool and dark place
Product packaging: 180kg/drum
Content: 99.99%
FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain
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Do tetrahydrofuran and oxolane refer to the same chemical substance?
A: Yes. Tetrahydrofuran and oxolane are different names for the same compound and correspond to a single CAS identity. -
Q:
Is tetrahydrofuran primarily used as an industrial solvent rather than only for laboratory research?
A: Tetrahydrofuran is commonly used as an industrial solvent in polymer synthesis and chemical processing, where it serves as a reaction medium or dissolving agent in manufacturing-scale operations.
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