Description

Cyclopent-1-Ene-1-Acetic Acid CAS NO 21622-08-2 is a versatile, unsaturated carboxylic acid derivative featuring a reactive cyclopentene ring, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure provides a bifunctional handle for constructing complex molecular architectures, offering significant value in research and high-value chemical production. This intermediate is essential for pharmaceutical chemists, agrochemical researchers, and material scientists developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of prostaglandin analogs, steroid derivatives, and other bioactive molecules with cyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific ring structures.
• Material Science: Monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile reagent for Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other cyclization or chain-extension protocols in fine chemical production.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing musky or amber-type odorants and complex flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopent-1-Ene-1-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	21622-08-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2
Molecular Weight	126.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclopenten-1-ylacetic Acid; (2-Cyclopenten-1-yl)acetic Acid; Cyclopent-1-ene-1-ylacetic Acid; 1-Cyclopentene-1-acetic Acid; 2-(Cyclopent-1-en-1-yl)acetic Acid; Cyclopentenylacetic Acid; NSC 163022
EINECS	244-492-5

Quality Control

Our Cyclopent-1-Ene-1-Acetic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its acidic nature and reactivity, store separately from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and reducing agents.

Specification

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

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