Molekula
Cyclopentyl methyl ether
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Cyclopentyl methyl ether is a volatile organic solvent used in chemical synthesis and as a reaction medium. It is a colorless liquid with a mild ether odor. CAS: 5614-37-9, molecular formula: C6H12O, molecular weight: 100.16 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification: Danger. Molekula supplies Cyclopentyl methyl ether from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Example image for illustration only. Other packaging and pack sizes are available.
Pricing & pack sizes
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
-
100 g — $58.70 per pack
Need a different quantity or pack?
Tell us how much you need and when — drums, IBCs, sacks or a one-off bulk lot. We'll manufacture or source it and come back with a price.
Prices exclude VAT/sales tax and shipping.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤10 |
| Water | ≤100 |
| Purity | ≥99.9% |
| Peroxide value | ≤50 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -1 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027128 |
| CAS Number | 5614-37-9 |
| IUPAC Name | methoxycyclopentane |
| EC Number | 445-090-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H9OCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 100.16 |
| Exact Mass | 100.0888 |
| SMILES | COC1CCCC1 |
| InChIKey | SKTCDJAMAYNROS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H12O/c1-7-6-4-2-3-5-6/h6H,2-5H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 138539 |
| UN Number | UN3271 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2909.20.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2909200090 |
Safety & GHS
-
Flammable
GHS02
-
Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H402 Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Dutch.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- CPME
- Cyclopentane, methoxy-
- Cyclopentyl methyl ether - stabilized with BHT
- CYCLOPENTYL METHYL ETHER (CONTAINS 50 PPM BHT AS INHIBITOR)
- Cyclopentyl methyl ether(CPME)
- cylopentylmethylether
- Methoxycyclopentane
- Methoxycyclopentane; CPME; Methyl Cyclopentyl Ether;
- methyl cyclopentyl ether
Frequently asked questions
What is cyclopentyl methyl ether commonly used for?
Cyclopentyl methyl ether is primarily used as a solvent in organic synthesis, as a reagent in chemical research, and in some specialty applications like polymer chemistry.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of cyclopentyl methyl ether?
The molecular formula is **C₆H₁₂O** (corrected from C₅H₉OCH₃, which simplifies to C₆H₁₂O) and the molecular weight is **100.16 g/mol**.
How should cyclopentyl methyl ether be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from ignition sources, oxidizing agents, and moisture.
What grade of cyclopentyl methyl ether does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **reagent-grade cyclopentyl methyl ether**, suitable for laboratory and research applications.
Can Molekula supply cyclopentyl methyl ether in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of cyclopentyl methyl ether upon request, subject to availability and order specifications.
What documentation comes with an order of cyclopentyl methyl ether?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
Ready to order or need a custom pack?
Tell us the product, grade, and quantity — Molekula usually responds within one working day with pricing and lead time.