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1,5-Pentanediol 97% min.

SKU 90032723 CAS 111-29-5 HO(CH2)5OH MW 104.15 Made to order Bulk quantities on request

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1,5-Pentanediol is a colorless, hygroscopic liquid used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymers, resins, and plasticizers. It serves as a solvent and a building block in organic synthesis. Available in 97% purity, it has a molecular formula of HO(CH₂)₅OH, a molecular weight of 104.15 g/mol, and is stable at ambient storage conditions. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies 1,5-Pentanediol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Specifications

Property Value
Water ≤0.2%
Colour ≤50 APHA
Assay ≥97%

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Flash Point 135 °C
Acidity Neutral

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Property Value
Appearance Viscous, oily liquid
Melting Point -18 °C
Boiling Point 240 °C
Water Solubility Miscible with water
Solubility (other solvents) Soluble in alcohols, acetone, and relatively insoluble in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons
Vapour Pressure 3.90 × 10⁻³ mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index 1.4499

Source: PubChem CID 8105 (HSDB)

Identification

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SKU 90032723
CAS Number 111-29-5
IUPAC Name pentane-1,5-diol
EC Number 203-854-4
Molecular Formula HO(CH2)5OH
Molecular Weight 104.15
Exact Mass 104.0837
SMILES C(CCO)CCO
InChIKey ALQSHHUCVQOPAS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C5H12O2/c6-4-2-1-3-5-7/h6-7H,1-5H2
PubChem CID 8105
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 2905399000
Tariff Code 2905399580

Safety & GHS

Precautionary statements

  • P231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
  • P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Documents

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Synonyms

  • .omega.-Pentanediol
  • 1,5-Dihydroxypentane
  • 1,5-Pentamethylene glycol
  • 1,5-Pentandiol
  • 1,5-Pentylene glycol
  • 9JE
  • alpha,omega-Pentanediol
  • Pentamethylene glycol
  • pentan-1,5-diol
  • Pentane-1,5-diol

Frequently asked questions

What is 1,5-Pentanediol used for?

1,5-Pentanediol is used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymers, resins, and specialty chemicals, and as a solvent or plasticizer in various industrial applications.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1,5-Pentanediol?

The formula is HO(CH2)5OH and the molecular weight is 104.15 g/mol.

How should 1,5-Pentanediol be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and incompatible materials.

What grade of 1,5-Pentanediol does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies 1,5-Pentanediol at 97% minimum purity, suitable for laboratory and industrial use.

Can Molekula supply 1,5-Pentanediol in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 1,5-Pentanediol in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of 1,5-Pentanediol?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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