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3-Pentanol

Also known as: Pentan-3-ol, Diethyl carbinol, 3-Hydroxypentane, 3-Pentyl alcohol

3-Pentanol (CAS 584-02-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H12O and a molecular weight of 88.148 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -75 °C, a boiling point of 115.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 40.6±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
584-02-1
Jingsj CID
J-44439-3
Molecular Formula
C5H12O
Molecular Weight
88.148 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-75 °C
Boiling Point115.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point40.6±0.0 °C
Exact Mass88.088814
PSA20.23000
LogP1.22
Vapor Pressure9.7±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.405
Additional Property5.5 g/100 mL (30 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Geun C Song, et al. Gaseous 3-pentanol primes plant immunity against a bacterial speck pathogen, Pseudomonas syringae pv. tomato via salicylic acid and jasmonic acid-dependent signaling pathways in Arabidopsis. Front Plant Sci. 2015 Oct 6;6:821.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code29051500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Pentanol?

The CAS number of 3-Pentanol is 584-02-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Pentanol?

3-Pentanol has molecular formula C5H12O and molecular weight 88.148 g/mol.

Is 3-Pentanol hazardous?

3-Pentanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Pentanol?

For 3-Pentanol, Upstream Products: 3-Pentanone, 1-Propanol, Propionic anhydride; Downstream Products: 1,3-Pentadiene, 1-Hexanol, Oseltamivir.

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