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Tetrahydrofuran, Optima™ for HPLC, Fisher Chemical™

Catalog No. T4274
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Quantity:
1 L
4 L
Packaging:
Amber Soda Lime Glass
Safe-Cote™ Amber Glass 
Wide Neck Amber Bottle

Description

High purity solvent for HPLC

  • Screened for fluorescing and UV-absorbing contaminants to reduce interferences for smoother baselines
  • Also meets ACS specifications
  • Intended for research use only
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 109-99-9
Molecular Formula C4H8O
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 72.11
MDL Number MFCD00005356
InChI Key WYURNTSHIVDZCO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym tetrahydrofuran, furan, tetrahydro, butylene oxide, furanidine, hydrofuran, tetramethylene oxide, oxacyclopentane, 1,4-epoxybutane, tetrahydrofuranne, tetraidrofurano
PubChem CID 8028
ChEBI CHEBI:26911
IUPAC Name oxolane
SMILES C1CCOC1

Specifications

pH 7 to 8
Melting Point -108.4°C
Absorbance 1.0 AU max. at 210nm, 0.6 AU max. at 215nm, 0.3 AU max. at 230nm, 0.1 AU max. at 254nm
Color Colorless
Density 0.880g/cm³
Boiling Point 66°C
Quantity 4 L
Identification Pass Test
Packaging Amber Soda Lime Glass
Physical Form Liquid
Refractive Index 1.4040 to 1.4070 (at 25°C)
Residue after Evaporation 5ppm max.
Assay Percent Range 99.9% min by GC
Vapor Pressure 200mbar at 20°C
Viscosity 0.55 cP at 20°C
UN Number 2056
Water 0.02% max.
Formula Weight 72.11
Percent Purity ≥99.9%
Grade High purity mobile phase for HPLC
Chemical Name or Material Tetrahydrofuran
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Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement DANGER!
Precautionary Statement Emergency Overview
Flammable liquid and vapor. Possible cancer hazard May cause cancer based on animal data. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause central nervous system effects. Hygroscopic. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. If peroxide formation is suspected, do not open or move container. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air.

NFPA

Health:2
Flammability:3
Instability:1
DOTInformation DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid
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