2-Methyltetrahydrofuran

CAS #
96-47-9
Synonym
2-MeTHF, 2-Methylfuranidine, 2-Methylfuran

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Uses/Applications

Polymer Production
2-Methyltetrahydrofuran is employed as a solvent in the production of polymers and resins. It is particularly useful in polymerization reactions where the solubility of reactants and control over reaction conditions are crucial.

Extraction Processes
In industries such as pharmaceuticals and natural products extraction, 2-MeTHF serves as a solvent for extracting desired compounds from raw materials. Its ability to dissolve both polar and non-polar substances makes it suitable for a wide range of extraction processes.

Adhesives and Coatings
2-Methyltetrahydrofuran is utilized in the formulation of adhesives and coatings due to its excellent solvency power and compatibility with various resin systems. It helps dissolve resin components and improve the application properties of adhesives and coatings.

Electronics Industry
In the electronics industry, 2-MeTHF is used as a solvent for cleaning and degreasing electronic components. It effectively removes contaminants and residues without damaging sensitive electronic parts.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
2-MeTHF finds applications in pharmaceutical manufacturing as a solvent for drug synthesis, formulation, and extraction processes. It is commonly used in the production of pharmaceutical intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

 

End Markets

Polymer Production
Extraction Processes
Coatings and Adhesives
Electronics
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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