Monopentaerythritol

Monopentaerythritol is a white crystalline powder, readily esterified by common organic acids. It is soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol, and insoluble in benzene.

Product Details

Formula:

C5H12O4

CAS Number:

115-77-5

Also Known As:

Pentaerythritol; Tetramethylolmethane; Pentaerythrite; , 2,2-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3- Propanediol; THME; PETP

Structure:

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applications:

Monopentaerythritol is used in alkyd resins, tall oil esters, certain varnishes, pharmaceuticals, plasticizers, insecticides, lubricants, explosives, and paint swelling agents.
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Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Boiling Point, °C

276 (30 mmHg)

Density, g/cm3

1.39

Melting point, °C

260

Molecular weight, g/mol

136.15

Odor

Odorless

Purity, %

99

Refractive index, n20/D

1.548

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