Tetrahydrofuran, 200 l, tinplate

The product is Tetrahydrofuran, a solvent for synthesis with a Molecular Weight of 72.11 g/mol, categorized under Oxygen heterocycles. It is available in a 200 L tinplate container. In the workplace, it requires various safety measures such as no open flames, no smoking, and use of safety goggles and gloves due to its flammability and potential skin irritation. The recommended occupational exposure limit value for the European Union is an 8-hour limit value of 150 mg/m3 (50 ppm) and a short-term limit value of 300 mg/m3 (100 ppm), according to Directive 2000/39/EC.

• CAS Number: 109-99-9
• Molecular Formula: C4H8O
• Molecular Weight: 72.11
• Exact Mass: 72.057514874
• Boiling Point: 151 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -163.3 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 2.5 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]
• H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]