Description

2-Hexyl-3-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopentanone ring substituted with a carboxylic acid and a hexyl chain, making it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate. Its structure is critical for synthesizing complex molecules where specific stereochemistry and functional group compatibility are required. This chemical is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its ketone and acid functionalities allow for the construction of specific bioactive heterocycles.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for musk-like odorants and other specialty aroma chemicals due to its cyclic ketone structure with a long alkyl chain.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in organic chemistry research for methodology development, asymmetric synthesis, and as a model compound in catalysis studies.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in synthesizing specialized monomers for polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexyl-3-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	37172-52-4
Molecular Formula	C12H20O3
Molecular Weight	212.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexyl-3-oxocyclopentane-1-carboxylic acid; 3-Oxo-2-hexylcyclopentanecarboxylic acid; 2-Hexyl-3-oxocyclopentane carboxylic acid; Hexyl oxocyclopentanecarboxylate; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 2-hexyl-3-oxo-; 37172-52-4; 2-n-Hexyl-3-oxocyclopentanecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hexyl-3-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which includes data from HPLC, GC, NMR, and other relevant techniques. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability 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 area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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