Description

(4-Chlorophenyl)(Cyclopentyl)Methanamine is a versatile chiral amine building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a chlorophenyl and a cyclopentyl moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) targets and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chlorophenyl group is a common bioactive motif.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis to produce enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials requiring tailored amine functionalities.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for developing molecular probes to study biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects at various scales.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Chlorophenyl)(Cyclopentyl)Methanamine
CAS No.	1855-37-4
Molecular Formula	C12H16ClN
Molecular Weight	209.72 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(4-Chlorophenyl)(cyclopentyl)methyl]azane; α-Cyclopentyl-4-chlorobenzylamine; (4-Chlorobenzyl)(cyclopentyl)amine; 4-Chloro-α-cyclopentylbenzenemethanamine; 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-cyclopentylmethanamine; Benzenemethanamine, 4-chloro-α-cyclopentyl-; (Cyclopentyl)(4-chlorophenyl)methylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (4-Chlorophenyl)(Cyclopentyl)Methanamine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by GC or HPLC), and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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