Description

trans-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane is a versatile chlorinated hydrocarbon building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key chiral intermediate and precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. Industrial and research chemists in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors need it for its defined stereochemistry and reactivity, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures.

Application

• As a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Utilized as a building block for the preparation of advanced ligands and catalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Employed in agrochemical research for the development of novel herbicides and pesticides.
• Serves as a precursor in material science for the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional monomers.
• Used in organic chemistry research for studying stereoselective reactions and cyclization mechanisms.
• Acts as a starting material for the preparation of other functionalized cyclopentane derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane
CAS No.	14376-81-9
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	138.02 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2R)-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane; (1S,2S)-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane; trans-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane; 1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane, trans-; rac-trans-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane; Cyclopentane, 1,2-dichloro-, trans-; (±)-trans-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane
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Quality Control

Our trans-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
trans-Isomer Content (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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