Description

1α,3α-Dichlorocyclopentane is a versatile chlorinated cyclopentane derivative, serving as a key chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its defined stereochemistry and reactive chlorinated sites, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise chemical functionality is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides requiring specific cyclopentane-based structures.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratory and industrial-scale reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and cross-coupling reactions, to introduce the cyclopentane moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of novel polymers and advanced materials.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and terpene analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1α,3α-Dichlorocyclopentane
CAS No.	26688-51-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	139.02 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,3R)-1,3-Dichlorocyclopentane; (1S,3S)-1,3-Dichlorocyclopentane; 1,3-Dichlorocyclopentane (cis/trans mixture); Cyclopentane, 1,3-dichloro-, (1α,3α)-; 1,3-Dichloro-cyclopentane; NSC 60548
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1α,3α-Dichlorocyclopentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and metals. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (mixture of isomers)
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.1%

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