Tetrahydrofuran PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

PurCert Standard


Linear Formula:  C4H8O
Molecular Weight:  72.11 g/mol
CAS Number: 109-99-9

Properties

Vapour pressure 114 mmHg ( 15°C), 143 mmHg ( 20°C)
Autoignition temp. 610°F
Explosion limit 1.8-11.8 %
Assay Purity >= 99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.407 (lit.)
B pt. 65-67°C (lit.)
M pt. - 108°C (lit.)
Density 0.889 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H302,H319,H335,H336,H351
Precautionary Statement  P202 - P210 - P233 - P301 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P308 + P313
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29321100
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 2056

Description

Application
It is widely used as a solvent in chemical reactions especially in polymer production pharmaceuticals and laboratory synthesis.

Purpose
Tetrahydrofuran serves as an effective reaction medium and solvent facilitating chemical processes and dissolving a wide range of substances.

General Description
Tetrahydrofuran is a colorless volatile cyclic ether with a mild odor commonly abbreviated as THF and known for its high solvency and miscibility with water.