Description

(S)-(+)-2-Pentanol CAS NO 26184-62-3 is a high-purity, chiral secondary alcohol characterized by its specific optical rotation. This compound is a valuable chiral building block and resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis, offering critical stereochemical control for the production of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty chemical manufacturers requiring enantiomerically pure materials.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a key starting material or resolving agent for the production of enantiomerically pure drugs.
• Asymmetric Catalysis & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and catalysts used in stereoselective reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specific chiral aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for studying stereochemistry and developing new synthetic methodologies in academic and industrial R&D.
• Specialty Solvent: Used in applications where a chiral solvent environment can influence reaction outcomes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-2-Pentanol
CAS No.	26184-62-3
Molecular Formula	C5H12O
Molecular Weight	88.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Pentanol; (S)-(+)-2-Pentanol; (S)-Pentan-2-ol; (+)-(S)-2-Pentanol; (2S)-Pentan-2-ol; L-2-Pentanol; (S)-sec-Amyl alcohol; (S)-2-Hydroxypentane
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Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-2-Pentanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, optical rotation, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Optical Rotation [α]20/D	+13.0° to +15.0° (c=1, EtOH)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.