Category
GC standards
CAS Number
109-66-0
Molecular Formula
CH3(CH2)3CH3
Molecular Weight
72.15g/mol
Purity

Not Less Than - 95%

Synonym

Pentane; n-Pentane

Keywords
GC Standard
Agrochemicals/Pesticide Intermediates
Pentane

Pentane is used as blowing agent in the production of polystyrene foam, propellant in hairsprays, lubricants, insecticides, in the production of artificial ice, plastic, rubber, low temperature thermometers, refrigerant in air conditioners, used as a fuel and  in the production of ammonia, hydrogen , and olefin. It is also used as solvents in pesticides, extraction and diluting process, and also as solvent for non polar substances.