Description

3-Cyclopropylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity aromatic carboxylic acid derivative featuring a cyclopropyl substituent, serving as a versatile and valuable synthetic building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce sterically constrained, metabolically stable motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyclopropyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes and inhibitors to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyclopropylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1129-06-2
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclopropylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-cyclopropyl-; m-Cyclopropylbenzoic Acid; 3-Cyclopropybenzoesäure (German); Acide 3-cyclopropylbenzoïque (French); 1129-06-2; (3-Cyclopropylphenyl)carboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyclopropylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.