Description

[2-(4-Fluoro-Phenyl)-5-Oxo-Cyclopent-1-Enyl]-Acetic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable organic compound featuring a cyclopentenone core substituted with a fluorinated phenyl ring and an acetic acid moiety. This unique structure makes it a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block for medicinal chemistry research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammatory and central nervous system pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially prostaglandin and prostacyclin analogs.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in drug discovery programs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization due to its reactive ketone and carboxylic acid functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing more complex, fluorinated organic molecules used in agrochemicals and specialty materials.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use as a tool compound or probe in studying enzymatic pathways related to its structural analogs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[2-(4-Fluoro-Phenyl)-5-Oxo-Cyclopent-1-Enyl]-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1512-53-4
Molecular Formula	C13H11FO3
Molecular Weight	234.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-oxocyclopent-1-en-1-yl]acetic acid; 2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-oxo-1-cyclopenten-1-ylacetic acid; 5-Oxo-2-(4-fluorophenyl)-1-cyclopentene-1-acetic acid; (2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-oxocyclopent-1-en-1-yl)acetic acid; Fluorophenyl Oxocyclopentenyl Acetic Acid; 1512-53-4; UNII-7F3K6U4T4F
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Quality Control

We supply [2-(4-Fluoro-Phenyl)-5-Oxo-Cyclopent-1-Enyl]-Acetic Acid in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC/GC is provided with each shipment. We adhere to strict GMP principles in our handling and documentation to support your regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

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.