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2,4-Pentanediol, (+)-

Also known as (2S,4S)-(+)-2,4-Pentanediol, (2s,4s)-2,4-pentanediol, (+)-2,4-pentanediol

CAS 72345-23-4Formula C5H12O2Molar mass 104.15 g/molEC 253-017-2
2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- chemical structure, C5H12O2, CAS 72345-23-4
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
72345-23-4
Formula
C5H12O2
Molar mass
104.15 g/mol
EC number
253-017-2
HS code
290539
Category
Alcohols and polyols

What is 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)-?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C5H12O2 and a molar mass of 104.15 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 72345-23-4. The IUPAC name is (2S,4S)-pentane-2,4-diol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2S,4S)-pentane-2,4-diol
CAS number
72345-23-4Other or deprecated CAS: 36402-52-5
EC number
253-017-2
Molecular formula
C5H12O2
UNII
6DM2071X2E
MDL number
MFCD00064276
InChIKey
GTCCGKPBSJZVRZ-WHFBIAKZSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C5H12O2/c1-4(6)3-5(2)7/h4-7H,3H2,1-2H3/t4-,5-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC(O)CC(C)O
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@H](C[C@H](C)O)O

Synonyms

  • (2S,4S)-(+)-2,4-Pentanediol
  • (2s,4s)-2,4-pentanediol
  • (+)-2,4-pentanediol
  • 2,4-Pentanediol, (2S,4S)-
  • (+)-(2S,4S)-Pentanediol
  • 2,4-Pentanediol, (S-(R*,R*))-
  • (2S,4S)-pentane-2,4-diol
  • (2S,4S)-(+)-Pentanediol
  • Rel-(2s,4s)-pentane-2,4-diol
  • 2,4-Pentanediol #
  • (2S,4S)-(+)-2,4-Dihydroxypentane
  • 2(S),4(S)-dihydroxypentane
  • (+)-(2S,4S)pentane-2,4-diol
  • (2S,4S)-(+)-Pentanediol, 99%
  • (S,S)-(+)-2,4-Pentanediol, [S-(S*,S*)]-(+)-2,4-Pentanediol

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
104.15 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
104.0837 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.14calc.
Topological polar surface area
40.46 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
7calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- is traded under.

HS 2905.39Indicative HS code

Diols, other

World exports in 2024
$1.92B
−3.5% vs 2023, imports $2B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China22.3%
  2. United States17.9%
  3. Germany16.1%
Top importers
  1. Germany12.0%
  2. China11.3%
  3. South Korea10.5%
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)-, based on the data on this page

What is 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)-?

2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C5H12O2 and a molar mass of 104.15 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 72345-23-4. The IUPAC name is (2S,4S)-pentane-2,4-diol.

What is the CAS number of 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)-?

The CAS registry number of 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- is 72345-23-4. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 36402-52-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)-?

The molecular formula of 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- is C5H12O2 and its molar mass is 104.15 g/mol.

What is 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- used for?

Known uses and roles of 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- hazardous?

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What is the HS code of 2,4-Pentanediol, (+)-?

2,4-Pentanediol, (+)- is usually classified under HS code 290539 (Diols, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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