Product Overview & Quality

Product Name: n-Amyl alcohol (1-Pentanol)
Brand: Kemaus (Product Code: KA-063)
Grade: Laboratory Grade (Lab Grade) with a purity of 98.5 percent or higher. Formulated under Kemaus standard quality control guidelines to ensure consistent solvent properties. It is highly suitable for routine organic solvent preparation, chemical extractions, and academic educational experiments.
Physical Properties: Clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic, pungent, and distinct spirituous odor (fusel oil-like smell).
Key Use: Widely utilized as an organic solvent in synthesis and extraction procedures. Functions as a core chemical intermediate in laboratory research for producing fruit-flavored esters. Also used as a solvent in coating, specialized cleaning, and specific chromatography mobile phases.

Safety & Hazards (Critical)

Classification: Flammable Liquid (Category 3). Harmful if inhaled. Causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation.
Health Risks: Direct eye or skin contact causes significant irritation and discomfort. Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause respiratory tract irritation, headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, or nausea.
First Aid Measures: Flush eyes or skin immediately with plenty of flowing water for at least 15 minutes. If inhaled, move the victim to fresh air and seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

Handling & Storage

Storage: Flammable material. Store in the original, tightly sealed Kemaus container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated dedicated solvent storage area (below 30 degrees Celsius). Keep strictly away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces, and strong oxidizing agents.
Precautions: Standard PPE is mandatory, including chemical-resistant laboratory gloves and safety glasses. Handle strictly within a certified fume hood to avoid direct exposure to its strong, volatile vapors. Ensure proper grounding to prevent static discharge during transfer.