Description

Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Vinyl Ester CAS NO 16523-06-1 is a specialized organic ester monomer featuring a reactive vinyl group attached to a cyclopentane carboxylic acid backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for polymerization and synthesis, offering versatility in creating custom polymers and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring specific functional group reactivity and tailored material properties.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Serves as a reactive monomer for the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives, where the vinyl group enables cross-linking and copolymerization.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a key synthetic building block in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the preparation of advanced intermediates for agrochemicals, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a cross-linker in polymer formulations to enhance thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength of the final material.
• Surface Modifier: Can be grafted onto polymer or material surfaces to alter surface properties such as hydrophobicity, adhesion, or biocompatibility.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and materials science for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Vinyl Ester
CAS No.	16523-06-1
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Vinyl Cyclopentanecarboxylate; Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Ethenyl Ester; Cyclopentylcarboxylic Acid Vinyl Ester; 1-Vinyloxycarbonylcyclopentane; Ethenyl Cyclopentanecarboxylate; 2-Cyclopentyl-2-oxoethyl Ethenoate; Cyclopentane-1-carboxylic Acid Vinyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Vinyl Ester is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency, meeting the specifications required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability, although short-term storage at 15-25°C is acceptable. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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