Description
Tetrahydrofuran (THF) — Versatile Cyclic Ether Solvent
Tetrahydrofuran, commonly known as THF (CAS 109-99-9), is a cyclic ether solvent prized for its excellent solvency, low viscosity, and complete miscibility with water. RightPath Industries supplies high-purity THF for polymer processing, pharmaceutical synthesis, and laboratory applications.
THF is the solvent of choice for dissolving PVC, polycarbonate, and other engineering resins. It also serves as a critical reaction medium in organometallic chemistry (Grignard reactions) and as a precursor to polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) used in spandex production.
Applications
- PVC cement and pipe solvent welding
- Polymer dissolution and film casting
- Pharmaceutical synthesis and extraction
- Grignard and organolithium reaction solvent
- PTMEG production for spandex fibers
- Chromatography and analytical chemistry
- Surface coating and adhesive formulations
Key Properties
- CAS Number: 109-99-9
- Molecular Formula: C₄H₈O
- Boiling Point: 66°C (151°F)
- Specific Gravity: 0.889
- Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid with ethereal odor
- Flash Point: -14°C (7°F)
Available Packaging
- 55-gallon drums
- 275-gallon totes
- Bulk tanker loads
Contact RightPath Industries for THF pricing, stabilized and unstabilized grades, and delivery.
