Description

Magnesium Pentan-1-Olate is an organomagnesium compound, specifically a magnesium alkoxide derived from 1-pentanol. This chemical serves as a versatile reagent and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its role in facilitating key bond-forming reactions. It is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors, for the preparation of complex molecules and specialty materials.

Application

• As a Grignard-type reagent or base in organic synthesis for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds.
• Catalyst or co-catalyst in polymerization reactions and other transition metal-catalyzed processes.
• Precursor for the synthesis of other magnesium-based complexes and specialty chemicals.
• Use in pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturing for the introduction of pentyl or related groups.
• Application in materials science for surface modification or as a component in sol-gel chemistry.
• Employed in research-scale reactions requiring a strong, bulky alkoxide base.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Pentan-1-Olate
CAS No.	37411-22-6
Molecular Formula	C5H11MgO / (C5H11O)Mg
Molecular Weight	126.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium pentoxide; Magnesium 1-pentanolate; Pentyloxymagnesium; Magnesium amylate; Magnesium n-pentoxide; Magnesium n-pentanolate; Magnesium(1+) pentan-1-olate; (Pentan-1-olato)magnesium
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Quality Control

Our Magnesium Pentan-1-Olate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each lot is provided to guarantee it meets the required specifications for your application.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Mg content)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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