Tetrahydrofuran can cause headache, nausea and dizziness. Very high exposure can cause unconsciousness and death. * Tetrahydrofuran may damage the liver and kidneys. * Tetrahydrofuran is a FLAMMABLE LIQUID and a DANGEROUS FIRE HAZARD
Tetrahydrofuran (THF) is commonly used as solvent, reaction medium, and starting material for various syntheses in the chemical industry, for example, for preparing adhesives, special paints, coatings, fibers, in the extraction of specific active substances, for recrystallization of certain compounds or as starting
Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Use explosion-proof equipment. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
THF is inherently biodegradable, thus is not expected to be environmentally persistent. THF does not present an ecotoxicity hazard based on test results in fish, aquatic invertebrates and plants.