Description

5-Hydroxypentanal is a valuable bifunctional organic compound featuring both aldehyde and alcohol groups, making it a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and polymers. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential antiviral and cardiovascular drugs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals due to its reactive aldehyde group.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed as a building block for synthesizing advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: Utilized in the modification of biomolecules for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxypentanal
CAS No.	4221-03-8
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxopentanol; 5-Oxopentan-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-5-oxopentane; 5-Hydroxyvaleraldehyde; 5-Hydroxypentanaldehyde; Pentanal, 5-hydroxy-; Aldehyde alcohol C5
EINECS	224-168-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxypentanal is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

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 place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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