Description

Cyclopropanecarboxaldehyde is a versatile and highly reactive organic building block characterized by its strained three-membered cyclopropane ring. This compound matters as a key synthetic intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, asymmetric synthesis, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, especially those containing cyclopropane motifs known for their metabolic stability and conformational rigidity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane group can enhance biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a valuable electrophile in C-C bond-forming reactions, including nucleophilic additions and cycloadditions, for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a building block for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and specialty esters.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing novel polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized in chiral synthesis to introduce the cyclopropane moiety into target molecules with high enantioselectivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopropanecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	1489-69-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6O
Molecular Weight	70.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopropanecarbaldehyde; Cyclopropanecarbonal; Cyclopropanecarboxaldehyde; Cyclopropylcarboxaldehyde; Cyclopropyl aldehyde; Cyclopropane-1-carbaldehyde; Cyclopropanecarboxylic aldehyde; Formylcyclopropane
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopropanecarboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, and we can support customer-specific validation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this product should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. Keep the container tightly sealed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider refrigeration.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 3.0%

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