Description

1-(3-Fluorophenyl)Cyclopentanecarbonitrile is a high-purity, 99% pure organic building block featuring a cyclopentane ring substituted with a fluorinated aromatic nitrile group. This compound is a critical intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecules for advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for use in medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for fluorescent tags or molecular probes to study biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving diverse client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Fluorophenyl)Cyclopentanecarbonitrile
CAS No.	214262-90-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂FN
Molecular Weight	189.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Fluorophenyl)cyclopentanecarbonitrile; 3-Fluoro-α-(cyclopentylidene)benzenecetonitrile; Cyclopentanecarbonitrile, 1-(3-fluorophenyl)-; 1-(3-Fluorophenyl)cyclopentane-1-carbonitrile; 214262-90-5; 1-(m-Fluorophenyl)cyclopentanecarbonitrile; 3-Fluorophenylcyclopentanecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Fluorophenyl)Cyclopentanecarbonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure the specified purity of 99% and identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.