Amyl Alcohol (pentanol, C5H11OH; n-amyl alcohol CAS 71-41-0) is a colorless liquid with a mild, fusel-oil odor, a specific gravity of about 0.815, a boiling point near 280°F (138°C) and a flash point near 120°F (49°C). It is used as a solvent, as a raw material for amyl acetate and other flavor esters, in plasticizers, ore flotation and pharmaceuticals. Store in closed, grounded tanks away from heat and oxidizers. Use the compatibility ratings to choose the right tank resin, fittings and gaskets.
Nylon is the most economical tank material for Amyl Alcohol, rated Excellent. PVDF (Kynar®), HDPE and polypropylene are also rated Good or better.
How Amyl Alcohol works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| Polypropylene | |
| Nylon | |
| PVDF (Kynar®) |
How Amyl Alcohol works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| PVC | |
| CPVC | |
| Polypropylene | |
| PVDF |
How Amyl Alcohol works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | |
| EPDM | |
| Viton® |
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