Description

1-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Cyclopentanecarbonitrile is a high-value, fluorinated organic intermediate featuring a cyclopentane ring and a benzonitrile moiety. This compound is critical for its role as a versatile building block in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for constructing complex molecules with enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in CNS and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl group imparts favorable properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display and lighting applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex, polycyclic, or fluorinated organic frameworks.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of specialty polymers and advanced functional materials with unique surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Cyclopentanecarbonitrile
CAS No.	1152590-54-9
Molecular Formula	C13H12F3N
Molecular Weight	239.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]cyclopentanecarbonitrile; α-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)cyclopentaneacetonitrile; Cyclopentanecarbonitrile, 1-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 3'-(Trifluoromethyl)-1-cyclopentylbenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Cyclopentanecarbonitrile adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to supporting our global clients with reliable supply and full traceability documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.