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2-Methyl-2-pentanol

Also known as: 2-Pentanol, 2-methyl-, 2-Methyl-2-hydroxypentane, 2-Methylpentan-2-ol, 2-methyl-pentan-2-ol, 1,1-Dimethylbutanol, Dimethylpropylcarbinol, 2-methyl-2-amyl alcohol, dimethyl n-propyl carbinol, NSC 8686

2-Methyl-2-pentanol (CAS 590-36-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14O and a molecular weight of 102.17500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -107 °C, a boiling point of 120-122 °C(lit.), a density of 0.835 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 21.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
590-36-3
Jingsj CID
J-47697-3
Molecular Formula
C6H14O
Molecular Weight
102.17500 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-107 °C
Boiling Point120-122 °C(lit.)
Density0.835 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point21.1 °C
Exact Mass102.10400
PSA20.23000
LogP1.55740
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.411(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl-2-pentanol?

The CAS number of 2-Methyl-2-pentanol is 590-36-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-2-pentanol?

2-Methyl-2-pentanol has molecular formula C6H14O and molecular weight 102.17500 g/mol.

Is 2-Methyl-2-pentanol hazardous?

2-Methyl-2-pentanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methyl-2-pentanol (CAS 590-36-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-47697-3 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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