| Formula / Notation | C5H10O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 96-41-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 86.13 |
| Melting Point | -19 °C |
| Boiling Point | 140.4 °C @ 760 MM HG |
| Density | 0.9478 @ 20 °C/4 °C |
| Solubility | SOL IN ALCOHOL, ETHER, ACETONE; SLIGHTLY SOL IN WATER |
| Appearance | Cyclopentanol appears as a colorless viscous liquid with a pleasant odor. Slightly less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. Used to make perfumes and pharmaceuticals. |
| Also Known As | 96-41-3; Cyclopentyl alcohol; Hydroxycyclopentane; UN2244; DTXSID1033371; 1L43Q07TBU; NSC-49117; DTXCID9013371; CHEBI:16133; UN-2244 |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Cyclopentanol?
Cyclopentanol is the simplest member of the class of cyclopentanols bearing a single hydroxy substituent. The parent of the class of cyclopentanols.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: cyclopentanol
Other Names / Synonyms: 96-41-3; Cyclopentyl alcohol; Hydroxycyclopentane; UN2244; DTXSID1033371; 1L43Q07TBU; NSC-49117; DTXCID9013371; CHEBI:16133; UN-2244
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -19 °C |
| Boiling Point | 140.4 °C @ 760 MM HG |
| Density | 0.9478 @ 20 °C/4 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 86.13 |
| Solubility | SOL IN ALCOHOL, ETHER, ACETONE; SLIGHTLY SOL IN WATER |
| Appearance | Cyclopentanol appears as a colorless viscous liquid with a pleasant odor. Slightly less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. Used to make perfumes and pharmaceuticals. |
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
Cyclopentanol is the simplest member of the class of cyclopentanols bearing a single hydroxy substituent. The parent of the class of cyclopentanols.
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 Cyclopentanol is: C5H10O