Description

3-Ethylpentane-1,3-Diol is a branched-chain diol with versatile chemical functionality. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, offering a unique combination of a diol's reactivity and the steric influence of its ethyl-substituted pentane backbone. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a specific diol structure to modify solubility, act as a linker, or serve as a precursor to more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs where its diol group can be esterified or used to influence pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to the molecular backbone of these compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polyurethane, polyester, or alkyd resin formulations to alter flexibility, cross-linking density, and hydrophobicity of the final polymer.
• Specialty Solvent & Coalescing Agent: Functions in coatings, inks, and adhesive formulations to adjust evaporation rates and improve film formation.
• Chemical Intermediate for Fine Chemicals: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing plasticizers, lubricant additives, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in thermosetting resin systems where its two hydroxyl groups can participate in cross-linking reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethylpentane-1,3-Diol
CAS No.	79388-50-4
Molecular Formula	C7H16O2
Molecular Weight	132.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-1,3-pentanediol; 1,3-Pentanediol, 3-ethyl-; 3-Ethylpentane-1,3-diol; 3-Ethylpentanediol-1,3; 3-Ethyl-1,3-dihydroxypentane
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethylpentane-1,3-Diol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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