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Application

For an alternative to Tetrahydrofuran and Dichloromethane, please see: An alternative to Tetrahydrofuran and Dichloromethane

2-Methyltetrahydrofuran (2-MeTHF): A Biomass-Derived Solvent with Broad Application in Organic Chemistry

Reactant used as a regioselective reducing agentReactant involved in: Hydroboration / oxidationSynthesis of cage compounds

Commonly used in hydroboration of olefins and as a reductant of carbonyls. 2-Me-THF has shown potential as an environmentally friendly solvent compared to commonly used solvents; e.g. dichloromethane and THF.

General description

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one or more of The 12 Principles of Greener Chemistry. This product, 1.0 M in 2-methyltetrahydrofuran aligns with "Safer Solvents and Auxiliaries", "Use of Renewable Feedstocks" and "Inherently Safer Chemistry for Accident Prevention". Find details here.

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Packaging

4×25, 100, 500 mL in Sure/Seal™

The 25 mL Sure/Seal^™ bottle is recommended as a single-use bottle. Repeated punctures will likely result in decreased performance of product.