Description

2-Pentyne is a linear alkyne with the chemical formula C5H8, serving as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. Its terminal alkyne functionality makes it a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecules through reactions like Sonogashira coupling and metal acetylide formation. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity specialty chemicals for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Sonogashira) to create carbon-carbon bonds for novel compounds.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of polymers, ligands for catalysis, and other advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a standard or reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentyne
CAS No.	627-21-4
Molecular Formula	C5H8
Molecular Weight	68.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylmethylacetylene; 1-Ethyl-2-propyne; Methyl ethyl acetylene; 3-Pentyne (isomer); Pent-2-yne
EINECS	210-985-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Pentyne is produced under stringent 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, to meet exacting customer requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its volatile and flammable nature, keep away from oxidizers and strong acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.710 - 0.730 g/mL
Boiling Point	55 - 57 °C

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