1,2-Pentanediol, 98%

Name: 1,2-Pentanediol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-018982

About 1,2-Pentanediol, 98%

1,2-Pentanediol is a monomer carrying the CAS registry number 5343-92-0 at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C5H12O2, it has a molar mass of 104.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named pentane-1,2-diol. Alternative names: Pentylene glycol and 1,2-Dihydroxypentane.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to yellow liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 206 °C and a density of 0.971 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include polymerisation, crosslinking and curing and adhesives and coatings. Typical end-use sectors are polymers and plastics and paints and coatings.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 1,2-Pentanediol in 50 mL, 250 mL, 1 L and 200 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation
Crosslinking & curing
Adhesives & coatings

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1,2-Pentanediol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-018982
CAS Number	5343-92-0
IUPAC name	pentane-1,2-diol
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₂O₂
Molecular weight	104.15 g/mol
Exact mass	104.0837
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29241900
InChIKey	WCVRQHFDJLLWFE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCC(CO)O
PubChem CID	93000

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow liquid
Boiling point	206 °C
Density	0.971 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
Synonyms	1,2-Pentanediol, Pentylene glycol, 1,2-Dihydroxypentane, (R)-1,2-Pentanediol, 1,a2-aPentanediol, 1,2-Pentanediol, 96%, 1,2-Pentanediol,(2S)-, 3-01-00-02191 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P316, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P331, 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 1,2-Pentanediol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 1,2-Pentanediol, 98% is 5343-92-0. It is also known as 1,2-Pentanediol, Pentylene glycol, 1,2-Dihydroxypentane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Pentanediol, 98%?

1,2-Pentanediol, 98% has the molecular formula C5H12O2 and a molecular weight of 104.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is pentane-1,2-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1,2-Pentanediol, 98% can I order?

We supply 1,2-Pentanediol, 98% in (98%) grade, in 50 mL, 250 mL, 1 L, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,2-Pentanediol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 1,2-Pentanediol, 98% 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 1,2-Pentanediol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1,2-Pentanediol, 98% 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.