Description

2-(4-Isopropyl-Phenyl)-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopropane ring substituted with a carboxylic acid group and a 4-isopropylphenyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its bicyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry programs and exploratory synthetic routes in contract research organizations (CROs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Isopropyl-Phenyl)-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1048919-66-9
Molecular Formula	C13H16O2
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Isopropylphenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic acid; 2-(p-Isopropylphenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 2-(4-(1-Methylethyl)phenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 2-Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 2-(4-isopropylphenyl)-; 2-(4-Isopropylphenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate; 4-Isopropyl-α,2-cyclopropanedicarboxylic acid (uncommon); IPC Acid (abbrev.); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(4-Isopropyl-Phenyl)-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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