Tetrahydrofuran (THF)
Tetrahydrofuran is a five-membered heterocyclic ether with one oxygen atom, classified in HTS 2932.99.61.00 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. Widely used as a solvent in Grignard reactions and polymer synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing nitrogen hetero-atoms in addition to oxygen
Mixed hetero-atom heterocycles classified under 2932.19 rather than oxygen-only.
If for industrial ether applications vs heterocyclic emphasis
May shift to general ether classification based on principal use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as UN1993 flammable liquid for proper shipping documentation
• Maintain stabilizer certificates as THF forms peroxides upon storage
• Comply with peroxide former handling regulations during import
Related Products under HTS 2932.99.61.00
Dioxolane
Dioxolane is a five-membered heterocyclic ring compound containing two oxygen hetero-atoms, classified under HTS 2932.99.61.00 as an aromatic heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms only and specified in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It is commonly used as a solvent and intermediate in organic synthesis.
1,4-Dioxane
1,4-Dioxane is a six-membered heterocyclic ring with two oxygen atoms in 1,4 positions, falling under HTS 2932.99.61.00 as an aromatic heterocyclic compound specified in additional U.S. note 3. It serves as an important solvent in pharmaceuticals and chemical manufacturing.
Morpholine
Morpholine features a six-membered heterocyclic ring with one oxygen and one nitrogen atom, but classified under oxygen heterocycle provisions of HTS 2932.99.61.00 when specified in additional U.S. note 3. Used in rubber curing and corrosion inhibition.
2-Methyltetrahydrofuran
2-Methyltetrahydrofuran is a substituted derivative of tetrahydrofuran, listed under HTS 2932.99.61.00 as a heterocyclic oxygen compound per additional U.S. note 3. Used as green solvent alternative in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Furan
Furan is an aromatic five-membered heterocyclic compound with one oxygen hetero-atom, classified under HTS 2932.99.61.00 as specified in additional U.S. note 3. Used in resin production and as a solvent.
Gamma-Butyrolactone (GBL)
Gamma-butyrolactone is a five-membered lactone ring classified as a heterocyclic oxygen compound under HTS 2932.99.61.00 per additional U.S. note 3. Used as solvent and precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis.