Isopentanol

1. Basic physical properties

Chemical formula:C5Hl2O

Molecular weight: 88.15 g/mol

CAS number: 123-51-324

Appearance: Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid, with apple brandy aroma or slight irritating odor

Density: 0.809 g/mL (25 ℃)

Boiling point: 131-132 ℃

Melting point: -117 ℃

Flash point: 43 ℃ (109.4 ℉, open cup)

Refractive index: n ² ⁰/D 1.40724

Vapor pressure: 2 mmHg (20 ℃)

2. Solubility

Solubility in water: 25 g/L (20 ℃)

Mixed solvents: ethanol, ether, benzene, chloroform, petroleum ether, acetone

3. Safety and risk information

Danger sign: Xn (harmful)

Risk terminology:

R10： Flammable

R20/22： Harmful by inhalation and ingestion

Safety Terminology: S16 (Keep Away from Fire Sources)

Storage conditions: Room temperature, sealed, dark storage

4. Application Fields

Spice industry: preparing apple, banana and other essence

Medicine and Photography: Synthetic Drugs (such as Isoamyl Nitrite), Photographic Agents

Solvent: Used for coatings, fuel oils, and flotation of non-ferrous metal minerals

Food additives: GB 2760 allows their use (limited to 1400 mg/kg in candies and beverages)

5. Packaging specifications

Conventional packaging: 170 kg/drum