Description

3-Cyclopent-1-Enyl-Acrylic Acid is a versatile, unsaturated carboxylic acid derivative featuring a cyclopentenyl substituent. This compound serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both carboxylic acid functionality and a reactive alkene moiety. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of prostaglandin analogs, anti-inflammatory agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Material Science Monomer: Used in polymer research to create specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other cyclization processes to construct complex carbocyclic frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Intermediate for the production of certain musk-like or amber-type fragrance compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyclopent-1-Enyl-Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	2931-27-3
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclopenten-1-ylacrylic Acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-cyclopenten-1-yl-; (E)-3-Cyclopent-1-en-1-ylacrylic Acid; 3-(Cyclopent-1-en-1-yl)acrylic Acid; Cyclopent-1-ene-1-acrylic Acid; 3-Cyclopentenylacrylic Acid; 3-(1-Cyclopentenyl)propenoic Acid
EINECS	220-902-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyclopent-1-Enyl-Acrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and scale-up applications.

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 bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are made of compatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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