Sasol Pentene

Pent-1-ene is used in the chemical manufacture. Sasol, who is the only manufacture of 1-Pentene manufactures it by Fischer-Tropsch Process. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: 1-Pentene

CAS Number: 109-67-1

Chemical Family: Olefins

Synonyms: Pent-1-ene

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
109-67-1
EC No.
203-694-5

Applications & Uses

Markets

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Hydrocarbon-like
Appearance
Clear and bright
Miscible In
Organic solvents
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color (Saybolt)min. 30 -ASTM D156
1-Pentene Contentmin. 98.5mass %GC
Hydrocarbons <C5max. 0.25mass %GC
Hydrocarbons >C5max. 0.25mass %GC
Other C5max. 1.5mass %GC
Internal olefins + Branched olefins + Paraffinsmax. 1.5mass %GC
Peroxide (as active oxygen)max. 1mg/kgSasol 6185
Carbonyl (C=O)max. 2mg/kgASTM E411, Sasol 6170
Chloridesmax. 1mg/kgASTM D5808
Water contentmax. 25mg/kgASTM E1064
Sulphur Contentmax. 1mg/kgASTM D5453
Density at 20 °C0.63 – 0.65g/mlASTM D4052

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Storage And Handling

Precautions for safe handling 

Advice on safe handling

  • Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors.
  • Ensure adequate ventilation.
  • Avoid formation of aerosol.
  • Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion

  • Do not allow to enter drains (danger of explosion).
  • Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
  • Use only explosion-proof equipment.
  • Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
  • Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.

Temperature class

  • T3

Fire-fighting class

  • B: Fires involving liquids or liquid containing substances. Also includes substances which become liquid at elevated temperatures.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers

  • Keep tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Protect against light.

Advice on common storage

  • Keep away from oxidizing agents and strongly acid or alkaline materials.

Storage class (TRGS 510)

  • 3: Flammable Liquids

Other data

  • Stable under normal conditions.

Container Material

  • Suitable Materials: StainlessSteel