Description

4-(Cyclopentyloxy)-3-Ethoxybenzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive organic intermediate belonging to the class of substituted benzoyl chlorides. This compound is of significant value for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds due to its aromatic and ether-linked structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the production of specialty polymers and polyesters, where it can introduce specific functional groups to modify polymer properties.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Essential for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) working on client-specific molecular targets.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental organic chemistry research and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Cyclopentyloxy)-3-Ethoxybenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1160249-46-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₇ClO₃
Molecular Weight	268.74 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethoxy-4-(cyclopentyloxy)benzoyl chloride; 4-Cyclopentyloxy-3-ethoxybenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 4-(cyclopentyloxy)-3-ethoxy-; 1160249-46-6; 4-(Cyclopentoxy)-3-ethoxybenzoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(Cyclopentyloxy)-3-Ethoxybenzoyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and development use.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity as an acid chloride, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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