Description

1-Bromo-Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile brominated ester building block crucial for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because it serves as a key intermediate for introducing the cyclopentane ring and bromine functionality into more complex molecular architectures. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical research and development teams need it for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), novel crop protection agents, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the cyclopentane scaffold for enhanced biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of specialty monomers and polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and cellular pathways.
• Scalable Process Chemistry: Suitable for use in kilo-lab and pilot plant scale-up for commercial production pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Bromo-Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	30038-94-9
Molecular Formula	C8H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	221.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 1-Bromocyclopentanecarboxylate; 1-Bromocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 1-bromo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-bromocyclopentanecarboxylate; 1-Bromo-1-cyclopentanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Bromocyclopentanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.