2-Pentanol (C5H12O)

2-Pentanol presents a C5 framework, alcohol functionality (formula C5H12O, CAS 6032-29-7). ChemicalHelper Reaction can propose ranked disconnections for 2-Pentanol from the SMILES CCCC(C)O.

Target: 2-Pentanol
CAS: 6032-29-7
Formula: C5H12O
Approx. MW: 88.15
SMILES: CCCC(C)O
PubChem CID: 22386
Approx. carbons: C5

2-Pentanol structure

Properties

IUPAC name: pentan-2-ol
Common names: 2-PENTANOL; Pentan-2-ol; 6032-29-7; sec-Amyl alcohol; Methylpropylcarbinol; sec-Pentyl alcohol; 2-Pentyl alcohol; 1-Methyl-1-butanol; Methyl propyl carbinol; 2-Hydroxypentane
Molecular weight: 88.15
Exact mass: 88.09
InChIKey: JYVLIDXNZAXMDK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: -73 °C
Boiling point: 234 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)
Density: 0.82 (NIOSH, 2024) - Less dense than water; will float

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of 2-Pentanol?

2-Pentanol has molecular formula C5H12O. Molecular weight about 88.15 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of 2-Pentanol?

The CAS Registry Number for 2-Pentanol is 6032-29-7.

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References & tools

ChemicalHelper Reaction — AI retrosynthesis with optional library evidence.
PubChem — compound identifiers and structure depictions (NIH/NCBI).
Related: AiZynthFinder / synthesis planning literature for computer-aided retrosynthesis.