Description

2-Cyclopentylidene-2-Phenylacetic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopentylidene group attached to a phenylacetic acid core, making it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in synthetic chemistry. Its unique structure is critical for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific stereochemical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural complexity for targeted biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for creating complex fragrance molecules, dyes, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and process chemistry development for asymmetric synthesis and carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Material Science: Investigated as a precursor for organic electronic materials and liquid crystals due to its rigid, conjugated backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclopentylidene-2-Phenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	126497-27-6
Molecular Formula	C13H14O2
Molecular Weight	202.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclopentylidene-2-phenylacetic acid; α-Phenyl-α-cyclopentylideneacetic Acid; (2-Phenyl-2-cyclopentylidene)acetic acid; Benzeneacetic acid, α-cyclopentylidene-; Cyclopentylidenephenylacetic acid; 126497-27-6; (Phenyl)(cyclopentylidene)acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclopentylidene-2-Phenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent high purity for your critical R&D and production processes.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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