Pentanol is a linear five-carbon primary alcohol with a mild, fermented odor. It is used in esterification reactions, flavor and fragrance synthesis, and as a solvent for resins, oils, and dyes. Its moderate polarity and hydrophobicity make it suitable for both laboratory and industrial applications. It is also known as n-Amyl alcohol or Pentyl alcohol.
Features
Chemical Name: 1-Pentanol - Synonyms: n-Amyl Alcohol, Pentyl Alcohol, Pentan-1-ol - CAS Number: 71-41-0 - Molecular Formula: C?H??O - Molecular Weight: 88.15 g/mol - Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid - Boiling Point: 136–138?°C - Melting Point: –78?°C - Density: ~0.811 g/mL at 25?°C - Flash Point: ~43?°C - Solubility: Slightly soluble in water (22 g/L at 25?°C); miscible with most organic solvents