Description

About Isoamyl Alcohol Analytical Reagent Grade

Isoamyl Alcohol, also known as Isopentyl Alcohol, Isopentanol, or 3-methyl-butan-1-ol, is a colorless liquid having the formula C5H12O. It is one of the numerous amyl alcohol isomers. It is a common fusel alcohol produced as a by-product of the ethanol fermentation process. The Analytical Reagent Grade is generally equivalent to the American Chemical Society (ACS) Grade and is acceptable for use in analytical applications and research laboratories. Lab Alley recommends to use it in research labs for precise, repetitive, and consistent results.

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COMMON USES AND APPLICATIONS
  • Artificial flavor
  • Anti-foaming agent

INDUSTRIES

  • Banana oil production
  • Beverage industry
  • Food processing industry
  • Whisky production
  • Ice cream manufacturing

PRODUCT INFORMATION

CAS RN
123-51-3
Molecular Formula
C5H12O
Molecular Weight
88.15
Synonyms
Isoamyl alcohol, 3-Methyl-1-butanol, Isopentyl alcohol, 3-Methylbutan-1-ol, Isopentanol, 3-Methylbutanol, 1-Butanol, 3-methyl-Isoamylol, Isobutylcarbinol, Iso-amylalkohol, Fusel Oil
PubChem CID
Grade
Analytical Reagent Grade
Percent Purity
Min 98.5%
Chemical Name
3-Methylbutan-1-ol
UN Number
ChemSpider ID
Assay
Min 98.5%
Water (H2O)
0.5%
Titrable Acid
0.002 meq/g
Residue after Evaporation
0.003%
Acids and Esters (as Amyl Acetate)
0.2%
Carbonyl (as HCHO)
0.1%
Molar Mass
88.148 g/mol
Density
810 kg/m³
Boiling Point
269.6°F (132°C)
Melting Point
-179°F (-117.2°C)
Isoamyl Alcohol Density g/ml
0.809 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    Great quality, value

    Worked perfectly with our application. I like the large volume option; less waste, better for the environment. I would definitely buy this again.

Safety and Shipping

Isoamyl Alcohol Shipping Information
DOT: Pentanol, 3, UN1105, PG III

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