Description

1,1-Dichlorocyclopentane is a specialized chlorinated hydrocarbon building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two chlorine atoms on the same carbon of a cyclopentane ring, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and materials science. Its controlled reactivity offers chemists a versatile tool for introducing the cyclopentyl moiety into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing functionalized cyclopentane rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyclopentane structure is a core component.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an electrophile or building block in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions, for academic and industrial research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Materials Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dichlorocyclopentane
CAS No.	31038-06-9
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	139.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentane, 1,1-dichloro-; Dichlorocyclopentane; 1,1-Dichlorocyclopentane; NSC 5235; 31038-06-9; Dichloro-1,1-cyclopentane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dichlorocyclopentane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for research and development purposes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and alkali metals. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. 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
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.18 g/cm³

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