Description

3-Ethyl-2-Pentanol is a branched-chain aliphatic alcohol with the CAS registry number 609-27-8. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its role in organic synthesis and as a precursor for specialty esters and plasticizers. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and polymer industries seeking to develop or modify product characteristics.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the production of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used in the formulation of specialty fragrances and flavors due to its specific organoleptic properties.
• Plasticizer Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of ester-based plasticizers, which are used to improve the flexibility of polymers like PVC.
• Solvent and Carrier: Employed as a solvent in various industrial applications, including coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations.
• Lubricant Additive: Utilized in the production of synthetic lubricants and functional fluids.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new chemical reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-2-Pentanol
CAS No.	609-27-8
Molecular Formula	C7H16O
Molecular Weight	116.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethylpentan-2-ol; 2-Pentanol, 3-ethyl-; 3-Ethyl-2-pentyl alcohol; sec-Amyl ethyl carbinol; Ethyl sec-amyl carbinol; 1,1-Diethyl-1-propanol
EINECS	210-200-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-2-Pentanol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.820 - 0.830
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430

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