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2-Pentanol (sec-Amyl Alcohol) 98% / 99% CAS No. 6032-29-7 Industrial & Pharmaceutical Grade
2-Pentanol, available in 98% and 99% concentrations, is produced via advanced synthesis technologies . It features excellent solvency power, moderate evaporation rate, and a characteristic mild odor . As a secondary alcohol with a five-carbon chain, it is widely used as a solvent in paints and lacquers, as a chemical intermediate for pharmaceutical synthesis, and in various industrial 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 and pharmaceutical standards .
Scope of Application
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Used as a solvent for paints, lacquers, primers, and industrial coatings, providing excellent flow and leveling properties ;
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Acts as a chemical intermediate in pharmaceutical manufacturing for drug synthesis ;
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Employed as a solvent for extracting 2-hydroxy-4-methylthiobutyric acid ;
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Used as a solvent in various organic synthesis applications and industrial processes ;
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Serves as a laboratory reagent and analytical standard for research applications .
Product Features
2-Pentanol is manufactured using advanced synthesis and purification technologies, ensuring consistent quality and precise purity control. The product features excellent solvency for a wide range of organic compounds, with a boiling point of 114-119°C providing optimal evaporation characteristics for coating and solvent applications . Its molecular weight of 88.15 g/mol and specific gravity of 0.810-0.811 g/mL at 20°C offer predictable handling properties . The product exhibits partial miscibility with water (166 g/L at 20°C) while being completely miscible with alcohol and most organic solvents .
Packaging and Transportation
Available in epoxy-lined steel drums (160kg-170kg), IBC totes, and ISO tanks;
Available in smaller containers including 500mL, 5mL (analytical standards), and various laboratory-scale packaging options ;
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 or UN1120 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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