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Pentane HPLC

Pentane HPLC CAS: 109-66-0 | M.F: CH3(CH2)3CH3 | M.W: 72.15, Buy now for reliable and reproducible results from LiChrom HPLC Solvents at Chemical World.

Pentane HPLC Grade (CAS: 109-66-0) is a clear, colorless, high-purity non-polar hydrocarbon solvent with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)3CH3 and molecular weight of 72.15 g/mol. It is supplied for high-performance liquid chromatography and other related analytical applications. A controlled impurity profile and consistent solvent properties help make it suitable for chromatographic procedures.

Applications

  • Pentane HPLC Grade is frequently employed as a mobile-phase solvent in normal-phase HPLC, particularly when separating non-polar and hydrophobic analytes.
  • It serves as a model hydrocarbon in catalytic cracking studies focused on improving light olefin production.
  • Pentane has also been reported as a product formed during the oxidative degradation of unsaturated fatty acids, making it relevant to oxidation and lipid degradation research.

Key Characteristics

  • HPLC Grade Purity: Maintains a controlled purity level to meet the needs of high-performance liquid chromatography testing.
  • Non-Polar Solvent Properties: Provides suitable solvating properties for analytes used in normal-phase HPLC.
  • Low UV-Absorbing Impurities: Helps lower background noise during UV detection when applied with validated chromatography methods.
  • Consistent Chromatography: Helps provide dependable retention times, baselines, and peak shapes.
  • Cost-Effective HPLC Solvent: Offers a practical and economical choice for HPLC analysis while maintaining effectiveness across laboratory conditions.

Overview

Pentane is a straight-chain aliphatic hydrocarbon widely utilized as a non-polar solvent in analytical chemistry. In high-performance liquid chromatography, solvent selection and quality influence separation performance, retention consistency, and detector response. The presence of impurities in lower-grade solvents can cause baseline instability, ghost peaks, or reduced method reproducibility, which makes HPLC-grade solvent quality important for precise analytical procedures. Pentane HPLC Grade is intended for laboratories performing routine chromatographic analysis, method development, and research activities where consistent solvent quality is required. Its applications include pharmaceutical quality control laboratories, industrial chemical testing facilities, petrochemical analysis, and academic research institutions.

Need to purchase Pentane HPLC? For laboratories looking for Pentane HPLC, Chemical World provides access to LiChrom HPLC Solvents in various packaging options for analytical requirements. Contact Chemical World for Pentane HPLC pricing, bulk quantities, availability, packaging options, and customer support.

About Brand

LiChrom products are designed specifically for Liquid Chromatography. LiChrom products exceed the rigorous requirement of HPLC analysis in various industries. Apart from HPLC- solvents, the LiChrom series encompasses HPLC-grade buffer salts, and HPLC ion pair reagents. These products provide the highest levels of accuracy and precision, as well as reproducibility of results,ensuring that your chromatography requirements will be met.

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Properties

Quality Level
100
Vapor Density
2.48 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure
26.85 psi ( 55 °C) 8.43 psi ( 20 °C)
Assay
≥98.0%
Form
liquid
autoignition temp.
500 °F
expl. lim.
~8.3 %
technique(s)
-
impurities
-
color
-
transmittance
-
refractive index
n20/D 1.358 (lit.)
pH
-
bp
35-36 °C (lit.)
mp
−130 °C (lit.)
density
0.626 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
UV absorption
-
application(s)
-
SMILES string
CCCCC
InChI
1S/C5H12/c1-3-5-4-2/h3-5H2,1-2H3
InChI key
OFBQJSOFQDEBGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
 

Safety Information

Pictograms
GHS02,GHS07,GHS08,GHS09
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H225 - H304 - H336 - H411
Precautionary Statements
P210 - P273 - P301 + P310 + P331
Hazard Classifications
Aquatic Chronic 2 - Asp. Tox. 1 - Flam. Liq. 2 - STOT SE 3
Target Organs
Central nervous system
Storage Class Code
3 - Flammable liquids
WGK
WGK 2
Flash Point(F)
-40.0 °F
Flash Point(C)
-40 °C

Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Product Specification (PS) and Certificates of Analysis (COA) click Document Button

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Pentane HPLC used for in analytical laboratories?
Pentane HPLC is a volatile hydrocarbon solvent suitable for appropriate chromatographic procedures, solvent extraction, and analytical method development. It is particularly relevant to workflows that require a non-polar solvent.
2. Why might pentane be selected for a separation procedure?
Pentane has a low boiling point and a non-polar molecular structure. These characteristics can be useful when a method requires a volatile solvent that can be removed relatively easily after processing.
3. Can Pentane HPLC be used in normal-phase chromatography?
Pentane may be suitable as a non-polar mobile-phase component or solvent in compatible normal-phase chromatographic methods. Its use should be determined by the validated procedure and the solubility of the compounds being separated.
4. What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of pentane?
Pentane has the molecular formula C5H12 and a molecular weight of approximately 72.15 g/mol. It belongs to the alkane family of hydrocarbons.
5. What does the volatility of pentane mean for laboratory work?
Pentane evaporates readily at ordinary laboratory temperatures because of its low boiling point. This can benefit certain solvent-removal workflows, but it also means that evaporation control, ventilation, and appropriate storage are important.
6. How does HPLC-grade pentane support analytical consistency?
A suitable analytical grade helps limit unwanted impurities that may affect the outcome of a chromatographic procedure. Consistent solvent quality is especially valuable when comparing results across multiple runs.
7. Is pentane compatible with polar and non-polar compounds?
Pentane is non-polar and is generally better suited to dissolving many non-polar substances than highly polar compounds. Solubility should be confirmed for the specific analyte and experimental conditions.
8. What precautions are important when handling Pentane HPLC?
Pentane is highly flammable and produces vapors that require careful control. Use suitable laboratory ventilation, keep it away from ignition sources, and follow the product SDS and institutional chemical-handling procedures.
9. What documentation should be checked before selecting Pentane HPLC?
Review the available Product Specification, SDS, and COA to confirm applicable product requirements and batch information. These documents also help users establish suitable storage and handling practices.
10. Where can I buy Pentane HPLC in the USA?
Customers can purchase Pentane HPLC through Chemical World for laboratory use. They can contact the sales team to check current availability, pricing, and bulk purchasing options.