| Identification | |
| Name: | 2-Methyltetrahydrofuran |
| Synonyms: | 2-Methyltetrahydrofuran, stabilized with 1% butylated hydroxytoluene; alpha-Methyltetrahydrofuran; tetrahydro-2-methylfuran; |
| CAS: | 96-47-9 |
| EINECS: | 202-507-4 |
| Molecular Formula: | C5H10O |
| Molecular Weight: | 86.13 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/C5H10O/c1-5-3-2-4-6-5/h5H,2-4H2,1H3 |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Transport: | UN 2536 |
| Density: | 0.86 |
| Stability: | Stable, but highly flammable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases. May form explosive peroxides in storage, so often supplied with an inhibitor added. |
| Refractive index: | 1.4046-1.4066 |
| Water Solubility: | 15 g/100 mL (25 C) |
| Solubility: | 15 g/100 mL (25 C) |
| Appearance: | Clear,colorless liquid |
| Specification: |
?? 2-Methyltetrahydrofuran (CAS No.96-47-9), it also can be called Tetrahydro-2-methylfuran ; Furan, tetrahydro-2-methyl- ; 2-Methyl-4,5-Dihydrofuran ; 2-Methyloxolane ; alpha-Methyltetrahydrofuran . It is stable, but highly flammable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases. May form explosive peroxides in storage, so often supplied with an inhibitor added. Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. |
| Report: |
Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. |
| Packinggroup: | II |
| HS Code: | 29321900 |
| Storage Temperature: | Flammables area |
| Safety Data | |
| Hazard Symbols |
F:Flammable
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