3,4-Epoxytetrahydrofuran, CAS No. 285-69-8

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285-69-8

Catalog No. EBD2198575

CAS 285-69-8

Name 3,4-Epoxytetrahydrofuran

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 3,4-epoxytetrahydrofuran,96% 3,4-epoxytetrahydrofuran (1R,5S)-3,6-dioxabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane 3,6-dioxabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane 3,4-epoxytetrahydrofuran96% 3,4-epoxytetrahydrofurane 3,4-epoxytetrahydrofuran,98% 3,4-epoxy-thf 3,4-diepoxytetrahydrofuran

Molecular Formula: C4H6O2

Molecular Weight: 86.09

MDL Number: MFCD00800639

Categories: Materials Chemistry > Polymers and Macromolecular Materials > Epoxy and Epoxy Resin Precursors Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Other Organic Building Blocks

Product Description:

3,4-Epoxytetrahydrofuran is a heterocyclic compound featuring a fused oxirane (epoxide) ring on a tetrahydrofuran backbone. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with the molecular formula C4H6O2. This structure makes it a highly reactive bifunctional monomer, containing both an epoxide group and a cyclic ether. Its primary and most significant application is as a key monomer and cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, particularly epoxy resins and polyethers. The strained epoxide ring readily undergoes ring-opening polymerization or reacts with various nucleophiles (e.g., amines, acids, alcohols), enabling the formation of cross-linked networks with tailored properties. These polymers find use in high-performance coatings, adhesives, and composite materials. While it can serve as a synthetic building block in organic chemistry due to its reactive epoxide, its industrial importance is predominantly tied to polymer chemistry. It is a crucial precursor for creating polymers with specific mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and thermal stability. Handling requires caution as it is a flammable liquid and a potential skin and respiratory irritant.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 44°C 10mm

Flash Point: 31.1 °C

Density: 1.237 g/cm3

Solubility: MODERATELY SOLUBLE

Refractivity: 1.445-1.449

Storage: 0-6°C

Analytical Data

Appearance: clear yellow liquid