Description

3-Ethyl-3-Pentanol is a tertiary alcohol with the molecular formula C7H16O, known for its specific steric and chemical properties. This compound is valued as a versatile intermediate and solvent in advanced organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by industries involved in producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, flavors and fragrances, and high-performance polymers, where its structure is leveraged for specific reactivity and performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or a modifier in the creation of specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and plasticizers to alter physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a solvent or a reactant in various organic transformations, including esterification and etherification.
• Research & Development: A valuable chemical for academic and industrial R&D in chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-3-Pentanol
CAS No.	597-49-9
Molecular Formula	C7H16O
Molecular Weight	116.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethylpentan-3-ol; Diethylmethylcarbinol; 3-Hydroxy-3-ethylpentane; Ethylpentanol; 3-Ethyl-3-pentyl alcohol; 1,1-Diethyl-1-propanol; tert-Heptyl alcohol
EINECS	209-909-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-3-Pentanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the requirements for industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.830 - 0.840 g/mL

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