Molekula
Olivetol
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Olivetol is a naturally occurring phenolic compound, found as a lichen metabolite, used as a building block in organic synthesis and in pharmaceutical research. It is a key intermediate in the synthesis of certain cannabinoids. Available with CAS number 500-66-3, molecular formula C11H16O2, and molecular weight 180.24 g/mol, it should be stored at 2 to 8 °C. This product carries a warning signal word due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Olivetol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — £29.10 per pack ex VAT · £34.92 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off white to light yellow solid |
| Water | ≤ 1% |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 100 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 48.9 °C |
| Boiling Point | 163.9 °C at 5 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 10377 (CAMEO Chemicals)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90026740 |
| CAS Number | 500-66-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 5-pentylbenzene-1,3-diol |
| EC Number | 207-908-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H16O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.24 |
| Exact Mass | 180.115 |
| SMILES | CCCCCC1=CC(=CC(=C1)O)O |
| InChIKey | IRMPFYJSHJGOPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H16O2/c1-2-3-4-5-9-6-10(12)8-11(13)7-9/h6-8,12-13H,2-5H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 10377 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2907290500 |
| Tariff Code | 2907290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H370 Causes damage to organs
- H371 May cause damage to organs
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
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
- 1,3-Benzenediol, 5-pentyl-
- 1,3-Dihydroxy-5-pentylbenzene
- 3,5-Dihydroxyamylbenzene
- 5-n-Amylresorcinol
- 5-n-Pentylresorcinol
- 5-Pentyl-1,3-benzenediol
- 5-pentyl-1,3-dihydroxybenzene
- 5-pentylbenzene-1,3-diol
- 5-Pentylresorcinol
- Resorcinol, 5-pentyl-
Frequently asked questions
What is Olivetol used for?
Olivetol is primarily used in the synthesis of cannabinoids and as a research chemical in pharmaceutical and botanical studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Olivetol?
The formula is C11H16O2 with a molecular weight of 180.24 g/mol.
How should Olivetol be stored?
Olivetol should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of Olivetol is available?
Olivetol is available in research grade, suitable for laboratory and analytical applications.
Can Molekula supply Olivetol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Olivetol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of Olivetol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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