Description

3-Pentenol-1 is a versatile five-carbon unsaturated alcohol with a terminal hydroxyl group. This compound matters as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, offering reactivity at both the double bond and the alcohol functionality. Industries such as fragrance and flavor manufacturing, pharmaceutical research, and specialty chemical production need it for creating more complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing esters and other aroma chemicals, contributing to fruity and green olfactory notes.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a key chiral building block or intermediate in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various reactions, including alkylation, esterification, and as a component in cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to modify properties like flexibility, adhesion, or cross-linking density.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of certain pesticides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in specific formulations and chemical processes where its unique polarity and volatility profile are advantageous.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pentenol-1
CAS No.	39161-19-8
Molecular Formula	C5H10O
Molecular Weight	86.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Penten-1-ol; 1-Penten-3-ol; Pent-3-en-1-ol; Allylethyl alcohol; 3-Pentenyl alcohol; Vinyl ethyl carbinol; Ethyl vinyl carbinol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Pentenol-1 is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and polymerization risks. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.850
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.432

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