2-methylpentane-1,5-diol

Also known as: 2-methyl-1,5-pentanediol, 1,5-pentanediol, 2-methyl-, atracurium besylate impurity 42, 2-methylpentane-1,5-diol

2-methylpentane-1,5-diol (CAS 42856-62-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14O2 and a molecular weight of 118.17400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 229.9ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 0.961g/cm3 and a flash point of 107.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 42856-62-2
Jingsj CID: J-1431690-6
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 118.17400 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	229.9ºC at 760mmHg
Density	0.961g/cm3
Flash Point	107.2ºC
Exact Mass	118.09900
PSA	40.46000
LogP	0.38730
Refractive Index	1.447

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2905399090
Summary	2905399090 other diols。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。general tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-methylpentane-1,5-diol?

The CAS number of 2-methylpentane-1,5-diol is 42856-62-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-methylpentane-1,5-diol?

2-methylpentane-1,5-diol has molecular formula C6H14O2 and molecular weight 118.17400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-methylpentane-1,5-diol?

For 2-methylpentane-1,5-diol, Upstream Products: 2-Methylglutaric acid, 4-Penten-1-ol, 2-Methylglutaronitrile; Downstream Products: 2,2-Dimethyltetrahydrofuran, 3-methyltetrahydropyran.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-methylpentane-1,5-diol (CAS 42856-62-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1431690-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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