Pentanols – 99% (Isoamyl Alcohol)
Introduction
Isoamyl Alcohol (at a minimum purity of 99%), is a mixture of isomers 3-methyl, 1-butanol and 2-methyl , 1-butanol, with a preponderance of the first (aproximately 85%). The raw material used by PETROM in the production of Isoamyl Alcohol is fusel oil, which in turn is a byproduct of the distilling of ethyl alcohol (ethanol).
Applications
The main applications of Isoamyl Alcohol are:
– the manufacturing of paints and varnishes, to produce isoamyl acetate;
– the manufacturing of plasticizers for the production of DIAP (DiisoAmyl phthalate);
– the manufacturing of perfumes, for the recovery of oils and essences;
– the synthesis of fragrances and aromas;
– the production of isoamyl salicylate, applied widely in soaps and cosmetic fragrances;
– the purification of phosphoric acid, acting as an extraction solvent.
– the production of Xanthates (mining industry)
Specifications
Guaranteed Specification (EPF-028 Rev.08)
| Purity % | 99.0 min. |
| Appearence | Clear Transparent Liquid Colorless to Pale Yellow |
| Water % | 0.20 max. |
| Density @ 20 ºC (g/cm³) | 0.810 – 0.815 |
| Acidity (mg KOH/g) | 0.3 max. |
Further Information
| Molecular Weight (g/mol) | 88,15 |
| Boiling Point @ 760 mmHg (°C) | 132 |
| Refraction Index N20/D | 1,4014 |
Packaging
| Bulk Cargo. |
Shelf Life
| 12 months. |