Description

Ethyl 1-Cyanocyclopentanecarboxylate is a versatile and high-purity organic building block, specifically an ethyl ester derivative of a cyanocyclopentane carboxylic acid. This compound is valued for its unique bicyclic structure, which serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with cyclopentane-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and manufacturing of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific cyclic structures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex organic ligands.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research for exploring new synthetic pathways and drug candidates.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1-Cyanocyclopentanecarboxylate
CAS No.	28247-14-5
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO2
Molecular Weight	167.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyano-cyclopentanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-cyanocyclopentane-1-carboxylate; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 1-cyano-, ethyl ester; 1-Cyanocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl cyanocyclopentanecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 1-Cyanocyclopentanecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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