Tetrahydrofuran
CAS No. 109-99-9
Oxolane
C4H8O · MW 72.11
Tetrahydrofuran (CAS 109-99-9) is a heterocyclic compounds building block with the molecular formula C4H8O and a molecular weight of 72.11 g/mol. It is supplied for pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturing, custom synthesis programmes and analytical research, with documentation and quality data available on request.
Chemical Structure
Quick Chemical Facts
CAS Number
109-99-9
Chemical Name
Tetrahydrofuran
IUPAC Name
Oxolane
Molecular Formula
C4H8O
Molecular Weight
72.11 g/mol
Category
Heterocyclic Compounds
Tetrahydrofuran structure
- SMILES
- C1CCOC1
About Tetrahydrofuran
Tetrahydrofuran (CAS 109-99-9) is a heterocyclic compounds building block with the molecular formula C4H8O and a molecular weight of 72.11 g/mol. It is supplied for pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturing, custom synthesis programmes and analytical research, with documentation and quality data available on request.
Chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 72.11 g/mol |
Chemical Identifiers
| CAS Number | 109-99-9 |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Tetrahydrofuran |
| IUPAC Name | Oxolane |
| SMILES | C1CCOC1 |
| Category | Heterocyclic Compounds |
Synonyms
- THF
- Oxolane
Applications — Tetrahydrofuran
Pharmaceutical Applications
Used as an intermediate or reagent in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients and drug intermediates where Tetrahydrofuran is required at controlled purity.
Laboratory Applications
Applied in medicinal chemistry, route scouting and analytical reference work at gram to kilogram scale.
Industrial Applications
Employed in fine chemical and specialty manufacturing processes that consume Tetrahydrofuran as a raw material.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tetrahydrofuran?
Tetrahydrofuran (CAS 109-99-9) is a heterocyclic compounds building block with the molecular formula C4H8O and a molecular weight of 72.11 g/mol. It is supplied for pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturing, custom synthesis programmes and analytical research, with documentation and quality data available on request.
What is the CAS number of Tetrahydrofuran?
The CAS number of Tetrahydrofuran is 109-99-9.
What is the molecular formula of Tetrahydrofuran?
The molecular formula of Tetrahydrofuran is C4H8O.
What is the molecular weight of Tetrahydrofuran?
The molecular weight of Tetrahydrofuran is 72.11 g/mol.
What is Tetrahydrofuran used for?
Used as an intermediate or reagent in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients and drug intermediates where Tetrahydrofuran is required at controlled purity. Applied in medicinal chemistry, route scouting and analytical reference work at gram to kilogram scale. Employed in fine chemical and specialty manufacturing processes that consume Tetrahydrofuran as a raw material.
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