Description

Cyclopentanecarbonyl Fluoride, 1-(Trifluoromethyl)- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique structural features, combining a reactive carbonyl fluoride group with a cyclopentane ring and a trifluoromethyl substituent, enabling precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Fluorination Reagent: Acts as a source of the carbonyl fluoride moiety for introducing fluorocarbonyl groups into target molecules under controlled conditions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex, fluorinated heterocycles and alicyclic compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel fluorinated ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentanecarbonyl Fluoride, 1-(Trifluoromethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	277756-41-9
Molecular Formula	C7H6F4O
Molecular Weight	182.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclopentanecarbonyl fluoride; 1-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclopentanecarboxylic acid fluoride; Cyclopentanecarbonyl fluoride, 1-(trifluoromethyl)-; 277756-41-9; 1-Trifluoromethylcyclopentanecarbonyl fluoride; (1-Trifluoromethylcyclopentyl)carbonyl fluoride; 1-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclopentane-1-carbonyl fluoride
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentanecarbonyl Fluoride, 1-(Trifluoromethyl)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, GC, and HPLC, to ensure high purity and consistency for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature and reactivity as a strong acid/organic solvent derivative, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Use appropriate containment to prevent moisture ingress and pressure buildup.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 94.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 5.0%

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