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n-Pentane

for spectroscopy Uvasol®

Synonym(s):

Pentane

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
CH3(CH2)3CH3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
72.15
Beilstein:
969132
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12191502
EC Index Number:
203-692-4
NACRES:
NA.03

vapor density

2.48 (vs air)

Quality Level

Assay

≥99.5% (GC)

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

500 °F

potency

>2000 mg/kg LD50, oral (Rat)

expl. lim.

~8.3 %

technique(s)

UV/Vis spectroscopy: suitable

impurities

≤0.0002 meq/g Acidity
≤0.0002 meq/g Alkalinity
≤0.005% Water

evapn. residue

≤0.0002%

color

APHA: ≤10

transmittance

200 nm, ≥50%
210 nm, ≥70%
215 nm, ≥85%
225 nm, ≥95%
240 nm, ≥98%

refractive index

n20/D 1.358 (lit.)

bp

35-36 °C (lit.)

mp

−130 °C (lit.)

transition temp

flash point -48 °C (refers to pure substance)

solubility

0.4 g/L

density

0.626 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

UV absorption

λ: 200 nm Amax: ≤0.30
λ: 210 nm Amax: ≤0.16
λ: 215 nm Amax: ≤0.07
λ: 225 nm Amax: ≤0.02
λ: 240 nm Amax: ≤0.01

storage temp.

2-30°C

SMILES string

CCCCC

InChI

1S/C5H12/c1-3-5-4-2/h3-5H2,1-2H3

InChI key

OFBQJSOFQDEBGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Accurate analytic results in UV/VIS and infrared spectroscopy depend on the use of very pure solvents for sample preparation. The Uvasol<TMSYMBOL></TMSYMBOL> solvents range has been specially designed for spectroscopy and other applications requiring solvents of the highest spectral purity. The refinement process allows a greater degree of security in applications and avoids misinterpretation of analytical results caused by traces of UV, IR and fluorescence contamination. Uvasol<TMSYMBOL></TMSYMBOL> solvents offer best UV transmittance. In all specifications the minimum transmittance for 5 typical wavelengths are identified.

Application


  • Quantitative determination of nitrous oxide in human blood by HS-GC-MS: forensic application of two fatal poisoning cases.: This study leverages n-Pentane in headspace gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (HS-GC-MS) for the forensic analysis of nitrous oxide in human blood. Highlighting its importance in forensic science, the research demonstrates n-Pentane′s utility in providing accurate and reliable measurements essential for legal and medical evaluations (Li Z et al., 2024).

  • A photochromic trinuclear dysprosium(iii) single-molecule magnet with two distinct relaxation processes.: This article describes the use of n-Pentane in the synthesis of a dysprosium-based single-molecule magnet, showcasing its role in developing materials with unique magnetic properties for potential applications in quantum computing and data storage (Rogacz K et al., 2024).

  • Reduction of Thorium Tris(amido)arene Complexes: Reversible Double and Single C-C Couplings.: This research employs n-Pentane in the study of thorium complexes, providing insights into reversible carbon-carbon coupling reactions. The findings contribute to the understanding of actinide chemistry and its application in recycling and waste reduction strategies (Deng C et al., 2024).

  • Tuning Reactivities of tert-Butyllithium by the Addition of Stoichiometric Amounts of Tetrahydrofuran.: The study utilizes n-Pentane to adjust the reactivity of tert-butyllithium, illustrating its significant role in enhancing the control over chemical reactions. This advancement is pivotal for the synthesis of complex molecules in pharmaceuticals and materials science (Kleinheider J et al., 2024).

  • Steps to achieve carvone-rich spearmint (Mentha spicata L.) essential oil: a case study on the use of different distillation methods.: In this research, n-Pentane is examined for its efficacy in extracting high-quality essential oils from spearmint, demonstrating its versatility in botanical extractions and its impact on the quality and characteristics of the essential oils obtained (Moradi-Sadr J et al., 2023).

Analysis Note

Purity (GC): ≥ 99.5 %
Evaporation residue: ≤ 0.0002 %
Water: ≤ 0.005 %
Colour: ≤ 10 Hazen
Acidity: ≤ 0.0002 meq/g
Alkalinity: ≤ 0.0002 meq/g
Fluorescence (as quinine at 254 nm): ≤ 1.0 ppb
Fluorescence (as quinine at 365 nm): ≤ 1.0 ppb
Transmission (at 200 nm): ≥ 50 %
Transmission (at 210 nm): ≥ 70 %
Transmission (at 215 nm): ≥ 85 %
Transmission (at 225 nm): ≥ 95 %
Transmission (from 240 nm): ≥ 98 %
Absorbance (at 200 nm): ≤ 0.30
Absorbance (at 210 nm): ≤ 0.16
Absorbance (at 215 nm): ≤ 0.07
Absorbance (at 225 nm): ≤ 0.02
Absorbance (from 240 nm): ≤ 0.01
Meet the requirements of "Specific use spectroscopy" according Reag. Ph Eur

Other Notes

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Legal Information

UVASOL is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

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Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Chronic 2 - Asp. Tox. 1 - Flam. Liq. 2 - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Respiratory system

Supplementary Hazards

Storage Class Code

3 - Flammable liquids

WGK

WGK 2

Flash Point(F)

-40.0 °F

Flash Point(C)

-40 °C


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