Description

1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane is a versatile chlorinated hydrocarbon intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its utility as a building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as cyclization reactions and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the cyclopentane scaffold is required.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratory-scale and pilot-scale reactions, including ring-opening, substitution, and elimination reactions to introduce functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in exploring new catalytic cycles and reaction mechanisms.
• Polymer Science: Can act as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane
CAS No.	31025-65-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	138.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentane, 1,2-dichloro-; 1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane; Dichlorocyclopentane; NSC 60545; 1,2-Dichloro-cyclopentane; (1R,2S)-rel-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane; (±)-1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dichlorocyclopentane is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and active metals. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.18 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.48

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