
Catalog Number	AR00EGE8
Chemical Name	1-Nitropentane
CAS Number	628-05-7
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.1463
MDL Number	MFCD00007410
SMILES	CCCCC[N+](=O)[O-]

1-Nitropentane, also known as nitroamyl or n-pentyl nitrite, is a versatile chemical compound commonly utilized in chemical synthesis processes. This linear nitroalkane plays a crucial role as a precursor in the creation of various organic compounds through multiple reactions and transformations. In chemical synthesis, 1-Nitropentane serves as a valuable starting material for the production of different nitro-containing compounds. One common application is its involvement in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Its unique chemical properties make it a valuable building block for creating diverse organic molecules with specific functionalities.Moreover, 1-Nitropentane can undergo various chemical transformations such as reduction, nitration, and substitution reactions, allowing chemists to introduce specific functional groups and tailor the properties of the final products. This flexibility in reactivity and versatility in synthesis pathways make 1-Nitropentane a fundamental component in the toolkit of organic chemists for designing and crafting complex organic molecules with precision and efficiency.