| | Pentyl nitrite Basic information |
| Product Name: | Pentyl nitrite | | Synonyms: | N-PENTYL NITRITE 97+%;AMYL NITRITE;N-Phenyl nitrile;itramyl;1-(Nitrosooxy)pentane;Nitrous acid amyl ester;Pentyl nitrite, 95.0%(GC);n-Pentyl nitrite for synthesis | | CAS: | 463-04-7 | | MF: | C5H11NO2 | | MW: | 117.15 | | EINECS: | 207-332-7 | | Product Categories: | | | Mol File: | 463-04-7.mol |  |
| | Pentyl nitrite Chemical Properties |
| Boiling point | 104-105°C | | density | 0,86 g/cm3 | | vapor density | 4 | | vapor pressure | 65 hPa (20 °C) | | refractive index | 1.3880-1.3910 | | Fp | -40°C | | storage temp. | Store at +2°C to +8°C. | | solubility | Decomposes in contact with water,Practically insoluble in water | | form | clear liquid | | color | Clear, yellowish liquid | | Odor | peculiar, ethereal, fruityodor and pungent, aromatic taste | | Water Solubility | 3.97g/L | | Stability: | Light Sensitive, Volatile | | LogP | 2.85 | | CAS DataBase Reference | 463-04-7(CAS DataBase Reference) | | NIST Chemistry Reference | Amyl nitrite(463-04-7) | | EPA Substance Registry System | Amyl nitrite (463-04-7) |
| | Pentyl nitrite Usage And Synthesis |
| Chemical Properties | Amyl nitrites are flammable, yellowish liquid
with a penetrating, fruity odor. | | Uses | Amyl Nitrite is used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. | | Definition | ChEBI: A nitrite ester having n-pentyl as the alkyl group. | | General Description | A clear colorless to yellowish liquid with a fragrant, fruity odor and pungent aromatic taste. Flash point below 73°F. Boiling point 205-210°F (96-99°C). Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Hence floats on water. Vapors are heavier than air. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion. Used in medicine and to make other chemicals. | | General Description | Amyl nitrite, isopentyl nitrite [(CH3)2CHCH2CH2ONO], isa mixture of isomeric amyl nitrites but is principally isoamylnitrite. It may be prepared from amyl alcohol and HNO2 byseveral procedures. Usually, amyl nitrite is dispensed in ampul form and used by inhalation or orally in alcohol solution.Currently, it is recommended for treating cyanide poisoning;although not the best antidote, it does not require intravenousinjections.
Amyl nitrite is a yellowish liquid with an ethereal odor anda pungent taste. It is volatile and inflammable at room temperature.Amyl nitrite vapor forms an explosive mixture in air oroxygen. Inhalation of the vapor may involve definite explosionhazards if a source of ignition is present, as both roomand body temperatures are within the flammability range ofamyl nitrite mixtures with either air or oxygen. It is nearly insolublein water but is miscible with organic solvents. The nitritealso will decompose in valeric acid and nitric acid. | | Air & Water Reactions | Highly flammable. Decomposes on exposure to air, light, or water. Many, but not all, will be colorless flammable toxic gases. Insoluble in water. Reaction with moisture in air or with water produces nitric acid. | | Reactivity Profile | Pentyl nitrite is an oxidizing agent. May begin a vigorous reaction that culminates in a detonation if mixed with reducing agents, including hydrides, sulfides and nitrides. | | Health Hazard | Inhalation or ingestion causes flushing of the face, pulsatile headache, disturbing tachycardia, cyanosis (methemoglobinemia), weakness, confusion, restlessness, faintness, and collapse. Contact with eyes or skin causes irritation. | | Flammability and Explosibility | Flammable | | Safety Profile | Moderately toxic by
inhalation and ingestion. Causes flushing of
skin, rapid pulse, headache, and fall in blood
pressure. Mutation data reported. See also
NITRITES and ESTERS. Flammable when
exposed to heat or flame or by spontaneous
chemical reaction. To fight fire, use alcohol
foam. An oxidizing material. Vapors
explode when heated. It will react with
oxidizing or reducing materials. When
heated to decomposition it emits toxic
fumes of NOx. | | Potential Exposure | Amyl nitrite is used to make pharmaceuticals;
perfumes, diazonium compounds, and other
chemicals. | | Shipping | UN1993 Flammable liquids, n.o.s., Hazard
Class: 3; Labels: 3-Flammable liquid, Technical Name
Required. | | Incompatibilities | Vapors may form explosive mixture with
air. Slowly decomposes in light, heat, and on contact with
water. A strong oxidizer. Contact with reducing agents and
easily oxidizable materials may cause fire and explosions.
Reported to be an explosion hazard when exposed to air and
light. Keep away from alcohols, antipyrine, alkaline materials;
alkaline carbonates; potassium iodide; bromides, and ferrous
salts. Attacks metals in the presence of moisture. | | Waste Disposal | Incineration with scrubber to
remove nitrogen oxides from the combustion gases. |
| | Pentyl nitrite Preparation Products And Raw materials |
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