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Tetrahydrofuran a.r.

CAS 109-99-9
EC 203-726-8

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Tetrahydrofuran a.r.
Product Code
CL00.2016
Chemical Name
Tetrahydrofuran{THF;Diethylene oxide;
Synonyms
Oxolaan

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
109-99-9 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-726-8 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119444314-46

Identified Uses

Reagent for analysis

Manufacturers & Suppliers

C

CHEM-LAB NV

manufacturer

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

00 (32) 50.28.83.20

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Carc. Cat. 2 H351

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly fammable liquid and vapour.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open fames, hot surfaces. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Tetrahydrofuran a.r. 99.9+% (Stabilised with 250 ppm BHT)

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Tetrahydrofuran a.r. EC: 203-726-8 109-99-9 99.9% Yes

Notes

Stabilised with 250 ppm BHT

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Fresh air.

Skin contact

Wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.

Eye contact

Rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. lmmediately call an ophtalmologist.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Make the victim drink plenty of water, induce vomiting. Call in physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Protective clothing should be selected specificlly for the working place, depending on concentration and quantity of the hazardous substances handled. The resistance of the protective clothing to chemicals should be ascertained with the respective supplier. See section 7.1

Hands

Required.

Eyes

Required.

Respiratory

Required when vapours/aerosols are generated. The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

Required.

Environmental

Do not allow to enter sewerage system; risk of explosion!

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Liquid, Colourless
Colour
Colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Liquid
Odor
specifc
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Melting Point
-108°C
Boiling Point
66°C
Flash Point
-20°C
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
---
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
0,89 g/ml
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
12.4 vol%
Lower Explosive Limit
2 vol%
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
230°C
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
soluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
72.11 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No further relevant information available.

Reactivity

Explosible with air in a vaporous/gaseous state when heated

Hazardous reactions

Explosible with air in a vaporous/gaseous state when heated

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

No further relevant information available.

Decomposition

No further relevant information available.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN 2056
Shipping Name
Tetrahydrofuran
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
ADR

no

IMDG

no

IATA

no

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Tetrahydrofuran a.r. known by?

Tetrahydrofuran a.r. is also known as: Oxolaan

What is the hazard signal word for Tetrahydrofuran a.r.?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Tetrahydrofuran a.r.?

Tetrahydrofuran a.r. is a liquid appearing as liquid, colourless with colourless color. It has specifc odor.

What is Tetrahydrofuran a.r. used for?

Reagent for analysis

What are the hazard statements for Tetrahydrofuran a.r.?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly fammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer.

What is the melting point of Tetrahydrofuran a.r.?

The melting point is -108°C and the boiling point is 66°C.

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