5-Hydroxypentanal, 95%

Name: 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008063

About 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95%

Listed under CAS 4221-03-8, 5-Hydroxypentanal is a carbonyl building block available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 95%. With the molecular formula C5H10O2, it has a molar mass of 102.13 g/mol. Alternative names: 5-Hydroxypentylaldehyde and Pentanal, 5-hydroxy-.

The product is provided as a liquid. Keep the material at 2–8 °C and protect it from moisture. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination and API intermediates. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg and 1 g packs, 5-Hydroxypentanal is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Hydroxypentanal, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008063
CAS Number	4221-03-8
IUPAC name	5-hydroxypentanal
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₀O₂
Molecular weight	102.13 g/mol
Exact mass	102.0681
Purity / assay	95%
HSN code	29336990
InChIKey	CNRGMQRNYAIBTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CCO)CC=O
PubChem CID	20205

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	5-Hydroxypentylaldehyde, Pentanal, 5-hydroxy-, 5-Hydroxyvaleraldehyde, 5-hydroxy-pentanal, MN5U8, 5-hydroxypentanal/tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-ol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% is 4221-03-8. It is also known as 5-Hydroxypentylaldehyde, Pentanal, 5-hydroxy-, 5-Hydroxyvaleraldehyde.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95%?

5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% has the molecular formula C5H10O2 and a molecular weight of 102.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-hydroxypentanal.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% can I order?

We supply 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% in (95%) grade, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should 5-Hydroxypentanal, 95% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.