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1-Pentanol (n-Amyl Alcohol) 98% / 99% / 99+% CAS No. 71-41-0 Industrial & Pharmaceutical Grade
1-Pentanol, available in 98%, 99%, and 99+% concentrations, is produced via advanced oxo synthesis or fractionation from fusel oil . It features excellent solvency power, moderate evaporation rate, and a characteristic mild odor . As a straight-chain primary alcohol with a five-carbon chain, it is widely used as a solvent in coatings, as a chemical intermediate for esters and plasticizers, and as a flavoring agent in food and fragrance applications . Its high purity and consistent quality make it ideal for critical applications requiring precise solvent properties. Each batch is rigorously tested using GC analysis to ensure consistent quality meeting industrial, pharmaceutical, and food-grade standards .
Scope of Application
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Used as a solvent in coatings for CDs and DVDs, providing excellent film formation and optical clarity ;
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Acts as a chemical intermediate for the production of dichloro-acetic acid pentyl ester, 2-methyltetrahydrofuran, di-n-pentyl ether (DNPE), pentyl butyrate, and amyl acetate (banana oil) ;
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Widely applied as a flavor ingredient in chewing gum, candies, and baked goods, with FEMA 2056 status for food use ;
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Functions as a reagent to prepare derivatives of ferulic acid and caffeic acid, which show anticancer properties ;
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Serves as a cosurfactant in water-in-oil mixed surfactant microemulsions for pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations ;
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Used in the extraction of biomolecules in biochemical research, aiding in the isolation of compounds from biological samples ;
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Acts as a fuel additive and has been considered as a replacement for gasoline and diesel due to its favorable combustion properties ;
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Functions as a plasticizer intermediate in the production of flexible and durable plastics for consumer products ;
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Employed as a solvent and analytical standard for gas chromatography and spectrophotometry applications ;
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Used in mineral flotation processes and as a solvent for nitrocellulose, natural resins, and synthetic polymers.
Product Features
1-Pentanol is manufactured using advanced hydroformylation and fractionation technologies, ensuring consistent quality and precise purity control. The product features excellent solvency for a wide range of organic compounds, oils, and resins, with a boiling point of 136-138°C providing optimal evaporation characteristics for coating and solvent applications . Its molecular weight of 88.15 g/mol and specific gravity of 0.811-0.815 g/mL at 20°C offer predictable handling properties . The product exhibits partial miscibility with water (22 g/L at 20°C) while being completely miscible with alcohol, ether, acetone, and most organic solvents .
Packaging and Transportation
Available in epoxy-lined steel drums (160kg-170kg), IBC totes (800kg-1000kg), and ISO tanks;
Available in smaller containers including 500mL, 1L, 2.5L, 4L, 20L, and 200L packaging options with glass or epoxy-lined steel ;
Customized packaging options available upon request to meet specific customer requirements;
Classified as flammable liquid (Class 3), comply with all transportation safety regulations including UN1105 classification with Packing Group III ;
Safety and Storage
✦ The product should be stored in a cool and ventilated warehouse and kept away from kindling and heat sources.
✦ It should be stored separately from oxidants and acids, and is prohibited to mix them in storage.
✦ The warehouse should be equipped with corresponding varieties and quantities of fire-fighting equipment.
✦ The storage area should be equipped with emergency treatment equipment for leakage and appropriate containment materials.
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