Description

1-Methoxypentane is a high-purity alkyl methyl ether solvent with the CAS registry number 628-80-8. This compound is valued for its excellent solvency and highly volatile nature, making it an efficient medium in various chemical processes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for use as a reaction solvent, extraction agent, and formulation component.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used as an aprotic solvent in Grignard reactions, alkylations, and other sensitive organometallic chemistries.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a carrier solvent in the production of pesticides and herbicides due to its good dissolving power for active ingredients.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a reaction medium and purification solvent in the synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and performance chemicals.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Employed as a volatile solvent for chromatography, recrystallization, and as a reagent in organic synthesis.
• Polymer and Resin Processing: Functions as a low-boiling point solvent in coating formulations and polymer synthesis.
• Extraction Processes: Utilized for the extraction of natural products and oils where a volatile, water-immiscible solvent is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methoxypentane
CAS No.	628-80-8
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₄O
Molecular Weight	102.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl pentyl ether; Amyl methyl ether; Pentyl methyl ether; 1-Methoxy-n-pentane; n-Amyl methyl ether; Methoxypentane; Methyl n-amyl ether; Ether, methyl pentyl
EINECS	211-048-1

Quality Control

Our 1-Methoxypentane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.765 - 0.775 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.390 - 1.395
Boiling Point	99 - 102 °C

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