Tetrahydrofuran
Tetrahydrofuran appears as a clear colorless liquid with an ethereal odor. Less dense than water. Flash point 6°F. Vapors are heavier than air. Oxolane is a cyclic ether that is butane in which one hydrogen from each methyl group is substituted by an oxygen. It has a role as a polar aprotic solvent. It is a member of oxolanes, a saturated organic heteromonocyclic parent, a cyclic ether and a volatile organic compound.
- Synonyms
- TETRAHYDROFURAN, Oxolane, 109-99-9, Furanidine, Furan, tetrahydro-, Butylene oxide, Hydrofuran, Tetramethylene oxide, Oxacyclopentane, Tetrahydrofuranne, 1,4-Epoxybutane, Tetraidrofurano, Tetrahydrofurane, tetrahydro-furan, Cyclotetramethylene
- Chemical Formula
- C4H8O
- CAS Number
- 109-99-9
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 72.11 g/mol
- Melting Point
- -108.3°C
- Boiling Point
- 65.0°C
- Flash Point
- -17.2°C
- Density
- 0.886 g/cc
- Forms
- Flammable, Liquid (clear)
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Hair care
- Ink, toner and colourant
- Adhesives and Sealants
- Solvents
- Pharmaceuticals
- Paint and Coatings
Industries
- Chemical Processing
- CASE & Construction
- Pharma