Description

2,3,5-Tricarboxycyclopentane-1-Acetic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional carboxylic acid derivative with a unique cyclopentane backbone. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block for the development of complex molecules. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where its polycarboxylic structure enables precise molecular design.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, multi-ring structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in research and development for constructing polyfunctional molecules, leveraging its multiple reactive carboxyl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polyesters, polyamides, or other functional polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies involving enzyme inhibitors or metabolic pathway probes due to its structural mimicry of natural substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,5-Tricarboxycyclopentane-1-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	24434-90-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O8
Molecular Weight	260.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3-Cyclopentanetricarboxylic Acid, 5-Acetic Acid; 3-Carboxy-1,2,4-butanetricarboxylic Acid (cyclic isomer); Cyclopentane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic-5-acetic Acid; 5-(Carboxymethyl)cyclopentane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic Acid; 2,3,5-Tris(carboxy)cyclopentaneacetic Acid; TCPA (abbrev.); Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,5-Tricarboxycyclopentane-1-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Specifications can be aligned with cGMP and other relevant regulatory guidelines for pharmaceutical applications upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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