Description

1-Pentanol is a primary five-carbon alcohol, also known as n-amyl alcohol or n-pentanol, with the CAS number 71-41-0. It serves as a versatile intermediate and solvent, valued for its balanced hydrophobic-hydrophilic properties and pleasant odor. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable solvent and building block for esters and other derivatives.

Application

• Solvent and Extraction Agent: Used in the formulation of coatings, inks, and resins, and for the extraction of natural products.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key precursor for the production of amyl acetate and other ester derivatives used in flavors and fragrances.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Employed as a process solvent and intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Utilized as a component and solvent in the creation of aromatic compounds and flavoring agents.
• Plasticizer Production: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain plasticizers and stabilizers for polymers.
• Fuel Additive and Biofuel Component: Investigated for use as a blending agent in biofuels and gasoline to modify combustion properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Pentanol
CAS No.	71-41-0
Molecular Formula	C5H12O
Molecular Weight	88.15 g/mol
Synonyms	n-Pentanol; n-Amyl alcohol; Pentyl alcohol; 1-Pentyl alcohol; Amyl alcohol; Butylcarbinol; Pentan-1-ol; Primary amyl alcohol
EINECS	200-752-1

Quality Control

Our 1-Pentanol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous internal specifications, which typically include assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request 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 sources and ignition points. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are 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%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.408 - 1.411
Boiling Point	137 - 139 °C
Density (20°C)	0.814 - 0.818 g/mL

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