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Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences 2 Methyltetrahydrofuran Bi
Supplier: Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences 673277

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products which adhere to one or more of The 12 Principles of Greener Chemistry. This product is a biorenewable and thus aligns with Safer Solvents and Auxiliaries and Use of Renewable Feedstocks. Click here for more information.2-Methyltetrahydrofuran (2-MTHF) a 2-methyl substituted tetrahydrofuran is a biomass derived solvent. It is a potential greener solvent alternative for organic synthesis. It shows resistance to reduction by lithium making it a promising candidate as electrolytes in lithium batteries. Its polarity and Lewis base strength is intermediate between tetrahydrofuran (THF) and diethyl ether. The ring opening reaction of 2-MTHF has been studied using acid chloride and iodide.
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