Description

Pentaethylbenzene CAS NO 605-01-6 is a high-purity, multi-ethyl substituted aromatic compound valued for its unique steric and electronic properties. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. It is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored functionalities.

Application

• As a key advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical actives and agrochemicals.
• Utilized as a ligand precursor or sterically hindered building block in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research.
• Employed in materials science for the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystalline materials.
• Serves as a research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories for studying substitution effects and reaction mechanisms.
• Potential use as a standard or reference compound in analytical method development (GC, HPLC).
• As a starting material for synthesizing other highly functionalized benzene derivatives for electronic or optical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentaethylbenzene
CAS No.	605-01-6
Molecular Formula	C16H26
Molecular Weight	218.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,5-Pentaethylbenzene; Benzene, pentaethyl-; NSC 66480; Pentaethyl Benzene
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Quality Control

Our Pentaethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for reliable sourcing.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%

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