Description

Cyclopentane-1,1-Diacetic Acid is a high-purity, versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative with a unique cyclic structure. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a rigid, functionalized cyclopentane core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, and other transformations to introduce the 1,1-diacetic acid functionality.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of novel organic frameworks, coatings, and electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentane-1,1-Diacetic Acid
CAS No.	16713-66-9
Molecular Formula	C9H12O4
Molecular Weight	184.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Cyclopentanediacetic Acid; Cyclopentane-1,1-diyldiacetic Acid; 1,1-Bis(carboxymethyl)cyclopentane; NSC 163044; 3,3'-(Cyclopentane-1,1-diyl)diacetic acid; 1,1-Di(carboxymethyl)cyclopentane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cyclopentane-1,1-Diacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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