Description

5-(4-Chlorophenyl)Pentanoic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a chlorinated phenyl ring linked to a pentanoic acid chain. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex chemical entities, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the chlorophenyl moiety for biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the production of specialty chemicals for electronic displays, where its molecular structure contributes to desired mesogenic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules, including natural product analogs and functional materials.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or additive to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, altering physical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Chlorophenyl)Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	161725-12-8
Molecular Formula	C11H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	212.67 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Chlorophenyl)butane-1-carboxylic Acid; 5-(p-Chlorophenyl)valeric Acid; γ-(p-Chlorophenyl)valeric Acid; 5-(4-Chlorophenyl)valeric Acid; 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)butanoic Acid (common misnomer); p-Chlorophenylpentanoic Acid; CLPPA; 161725-12-8
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(4-Chlorophenyl)Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under a cGMP-compliant quality management system (ISO 9001 certified) and undergoes rigorous analytical testing. Our standard pharmaceutical intermediate grade ensures high consistency and reliability for your synthesis processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 oxidizers, bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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