Pentanoic acid, 99%

Name: Pentanoic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002050

About Pentanoic acid, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Pentanoic acid (Puriss grade), an industrial solvent registered under CAS number 109-52-4 at a purity of 99%. Formula C5H10O2, molecular weight 102.13 g/mol. Common synonyms include Valeric acid and n-Valeric acid.

It is supplied as a liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of -20 to -18 °C and a density of 0.939 g/mL at 25 °C. Its solubility is described as soluble in water (20 g/l at 20° C). Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for industrial reaction medium, paints and coatings thinning, cleaning and degreasing and cosmetics and personal care. It is used across academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and paints and coatings.

Available in 500 mL and 200 kg packs, Pentanoic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Industrial reaction medium
Paints & coatings thinning
Cleaning & degreasing
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Pentanoic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002050
CAS Number	109-52-4
IUPAC name	pentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₀O₂
Molecular weight	102.13 g/mol
Exact mass	102.0681
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29156020
InChIKey	NQPDZGIKBAWPEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	7991

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Melting point	-20 to -18 °C
Density	0.939 g/mL at 25 °C
Solubility	Soluble in water (20 g/l at 20° C).
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
UN number	UN 3265
Synonyms	Valeric acid, n-Valeric acid, n-Pentanoic acid, Valerianic acid, 1-Butanecarboxylic acid, Propylacetic acid, Butanecarboxylic acid, Kyselina valerova, n-Pentanoate, Valeric acid, normal, Pentanoate, pentoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P273, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P363, 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

Other grades of CAS 109-52-4

Synthesis

Valeric acid, 99%

CAS: 109-52-4
Formula: C₅H₁₀O₂
MW: 102.13 g/mol

VQ-019366

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Pentanoic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Pentanoic acid, 99% is 109-52-4. It is also known as Valeric acid, n-Valeric acid, n-Pentanoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pentanoic acid, 99%?

Pentanoic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C5H10O2 and a molecular weight of 102.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is pentanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Pentanoic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply Pentanoic acid, 99% in Puriss (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Pentanoic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Pentanoic acid, 99% 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 Pentanoic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Pentanoic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 3265), 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.