Description

Phenylpentane CAS NO 538-68-1 is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of alkylbenzenes. It serves as a versatile intermediate and solvent, valued for its specific chemical structure and reactivity in advanced synthesis. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and industrial chemical producers seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• As a key intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Used as a specialty solvent in formulations requiring specific solvency properties.
• Employed in research and development for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new materials.
• Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of more complex aromatic compounds.
• Potential use in lubricant and fuel additive research due to its hydrocarbon structure.
• Utilized in analytical chemistry as a reference standard or reagent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenylpentane
CAS No.	538-68-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₆
Molecular Weight	148.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Amylbenzene; 1-Phenylpentane; Pentylbenzene; n-Amylbenzene; n-Pentylbenzene; Benzene, pentyl-; Benzene, amyl-; FEMA 3726
EINECS	208-698-7

Quality Control

Our Phenylpentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and other relevant methods, to meet precise customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.487 - 1.492
Density (20°C)	0.855 - 0.865 g/mL

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