| Formula / Notation | C5H12O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 71-41-0 |
| Molecular Weight | 88.15 |
| Melting Point | -110 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 280 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.818 at 59 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 10 to 50 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | N-pentanol appears as a colorless liquid with a mild to moderately strong odor. Less dense than water. Flash point 91 °F. Boiling point 280 °F. Vapors heavier than air. Moderately toxic by ingest... |
| Also Known As | pentan-1-ol; Pentan-1-ol; Amyl alcohol; 71-41-0; N-Amyl alcohol; n-Pentanol; Pentyl alcohol; Butylcarbinol; Amylol; 1-Pentyl alcohol |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is 1-Pentanol?
Pentan-1-ol is a short-chain primary fatty alcohol that is pentane in which a hydrogen of one of the methyl groups is substituted by a hydroxy group. It has been isolated from Melicope ptelefolia. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a pentanol and a short-chain primary fatty alcohol.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: pentan-1-ol
Other Names / Synonyms: pentan-1-ol; Pentan-1-ol; Amyl alcohol; 71-41-0; N-Amyl alcohol; n-Pentanol; Pentyl alcohol; Butylcarbinol; Amylol; 1-Pentyl alcohol
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -110 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 280 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.818 at 59 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 88.15 |
| Solubility | 10 to 50 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | N-pentanol appears as a colorless liquid with a mild to moderately strong odor. Less dense than water. Flash point 91 °F. Boiling point 280 °F. Vapors heavier than air. Moderately toxic by ingest... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Pentan-1-ol is a short-chain primary fatty alcohol that is pentane in which a hydrogen of one of the methyl groups is substituted by a hydroxy group. It has been isolated from Melicope ptelefolia. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a pentanol and a short-chain primary fatty alcohol.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for 1-Pentanol is: C5H12O