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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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -107 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 120-122 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.835 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 21.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 102.10400 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 1.55740 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.411(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- 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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