n-Propyl Alcohol ACS Grade

Product Overview

n-Propyl Alcohol ACS Grade (CAS 71-23-8), also known as 1-Propanol, is a high-purity, colorless, flammable liquid utilized extensively in analytical and industrial environments. This ACS Reagent Grade material adheres to stringent specifications for purity, low water content, and controlled trace metal limits, making it essential for sensitive applications such as HPLC mobile phases and pharmaceutical synthesis intermediates.

Alliance Chemical supplies n-Propyl Alcohol ACS Grade in sizes ranging from 1 Quart to 330 Gallon Totes. The material demonstrates excellent solvency, mixing readily with water and most organic solvents. Its high purity ensures minimal interference in UV-visible spectroscopy and other analytical assays, supporting reproducible results in laboratory and manufacturing processes.

Key Properties

• Chemical Name: n-Propyl Alcohol (1-Propanol)
• Grade: ACS Reagent Grade
• Chemical Formula: C₃H₈O
• Molecular Weight: 60.1 g/mol
• CAS Number: 71-23-8
• Appearance: Colorless liquid
• Boiling Point: 97–99°C
• Solubility: Miscible with water and organic solvents
• Specific Gravity: 0.784 (at 20°C)
• Purity: Meets ACS specifications

Common Applications

• HPLC Mobile Phase: Used as a solvent component in reversed-phase HPLC for the separation of organic compounds, providing low UV absorbance.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a vital intermediate and building block in the production of esters, amines, and other industrial chemicals.
• Laboratory Extraction: Employed in the extraction of active compounds from matrices due to its favorable polarity and miscibility profile.
• Solvent Formulations: utilized in the formulation of lacquers, coatings, and printing inks to improve flow and evaporation rates.
• Industrial Cleaning: Effective for precision degreasing of glassware and stainless steel equipment in controlled environments.

Safety Precautions

n-Propyl Alcohol is a flammable liquid and vapor. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond containers when transferring material to prevent static discharge.

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area (fume hood recommended). In case of skin or eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for comprehensive handling, disposal, and emergency information.

Benefits

ACS Reagent Quality: Verified high purity for critical analytical and research applications.
Versatile Solvency: Compatible with both aqueous and organic systems for flexible processing.
Bulk Availability: Scalable packaging options from lab scale to industrial bulk totes.

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