3-Methylpentane

Name: 3-Methylpentane
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-038830

About 3-Methylpentane

Listed under CAS 96-14-0, 3-Methylpentane is an API impurity reference standard available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C6H14, it has a molar mass of 86.18 g/mol. Common synonyms include Pentane, 3-methyl- and Diethylmethylmethane.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

As a characterised impurity of the parent drug substance, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Methylpentane
Catalogue No.	VQ-038830
CAS Number	96-14-0
IUPAC name	3-methylpentane
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₄
Molecular weight	86.18 g/mol
Exact mass	86.1096
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	PFEOZHBOMNWTJB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCC(C)CC
PubChem CID	7282

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315Causes skin irritation
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P319, P321, P331, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P391, P403 + P233, P403 + P235

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

Other grades of CAS 96-14-0

Extra Pure

3-Methyl-pentane, extra pure

CAS: 96-14-0
Formula: C₆H₁₄
MW: 86.18 g/mol

VQ-020049

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methylpentane?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methylpentane is 96-14-0. It is also known as Pentane, 3-methyl-, Diethylmethylmethane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylpentane?

3-Methylpentane has the molecular formula C6H14 and a molecular weight of 86.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methylpentane.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methylpentane can I order?

We supply 3-Methylpentane in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Methylpentane?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Methylpentane 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 3-Methylpentane be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Methylpentane 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.