Description

(1-Cyclopentylethyl)Amine Hydrochloride is a versatile chiral amine building block, primarily valued for its role in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals. Its unique cyclopentyl structure offers distinct steric and electronic properties, making it crucial for modulating the biological activity and pharmacokinetic profiles of target molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific amine functionalities into their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its amine group acts as a critical functional handle.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex organic compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Cyclopentylethyl)Amine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	38118-79-5
Molecular Formula	C7H16ClN
Molecular Weight	149.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Aminoethyl)cyclopentane hydrochloride; α-Methylcyclopentanemethylamine hydrochloride; (1-Cyclopentylethyl)amine HCl; 1-Cyclopentylethanamine hydrochloride; (α-Methylcyclopentyl)methanamine hydrochloride; 1-(Aminomethyl)-1-methylcyclopentane hydrochloride; (1-Cyclopentyl-ethyl)-amine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our (1-Cyclopentylethyl)Amine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and residual solvent screening, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with customer specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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