14477-60-2

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone
• Synonyms: 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone;Vertimycin
• CAS NO: 14477-60-2
• Molecular Formula: C8H14 O4
• Molecular Weight: 174.1944
• Mol File: 14477-60-2.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 358.1°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 147.4°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.22g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 1.44E-06mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.501
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone(14477-60-2)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone(14477-60-2)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 14477-60-2(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone is a cyclic ketone with the molecular formula C9H16O4, featuring hydroxyethoxy and hydroxymethyl functional groups. It is a versatile chemical compound used in various industrial and research applications.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone is used as a building block for the synthesis of pharmaceutical ingredients due to its unique structure and properties.
Used in Perfume Industry:
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone is used as a component in the production of perfumes, contributing to the creation of various fragrances.
Used in Flavor Industry:
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone is used as a component in the production of flavors, enhancing the taste profiles of various food products.
Used in Chemical Reactions:
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone is used as a solvent in various chemical reactions, facilitating the process and improving the efficiency of these reactions.
Used in Polymer Manufacturing:
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone is used in the manufacturing of polymers, contributing to the development of new materials with specific properties.
Used in Research and Development:
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1-cyclopentanone is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of other organic compounds and for research and development purposes, exploring its potential applications and properties.

InChI:InChI=1/C8H14O4/c9-3-4-12-7-2-1-6(5-10)8(7)11/h6-7,9-10H,1-5H2