Description

(1-Cyclopentyl-2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl)Benzene is a specialized fluorinated aromatic compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a cyclopentyl and a trifluoroethyl group attached to a benzene core, makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), improving performance characteristics.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, or specific optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular frameworks and studying new catalytic processes.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Used as a model compound or starting material in research focused on the properties and reactions of organofluorine molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Cyclopentyl-2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	1186195-02-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₅F₃
Molecular Weight	228.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzene, (1-cyclopentyl-2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)-; 1-Cyclopentyl-2,2,2-trifluoroethylbenzene; α-Cyclopentyl-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl; (1-Cyclopentyl-2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)benzene; (α-Cyclopentyl-α-trifluoromethyl)toluene; 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-cyclopentyl-1-phenylethane; 1-Phenyl-2-cyclopentyl-1,1,1-trifluoroethane
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Quality Control

Our (1-Cyclopentyl-2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, GC for residual solvents, and NMR for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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