Description

3-Hydroxycyclopentanone is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a ketone and an alcohol functional group on a five-membered ring, makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. This compound is particularly sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of complex molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development and as a starting material for novel heterocyclic compounds in R&D laboratories.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a precursor for catalysts and ligands in stereoselective chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxycyclopentanone
CAS No.	26831-63-0
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxycyclopentanone; Cyclopentan-3-ol-1-one; 3-Oxocyclopentanol; 3-Hydroxy-1-cyclopentanone; 3-Cyclopentanolone; 3-Hydroxy cyclopentanone; 3-HCP
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxycyclopentanone is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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