Description

1-(Methoxymethyl)-2,4-Cyclopentadiene is a functionalized cyclopentadiene derivative, a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive diene system, which can participate in Diels-Alder cycloadditions, and the methoxymethyl protecting group, offering unique reactivity and selectivity. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of complex natural products and pharmaceuticals via Diels-Alder reactions.
• Building block for the preparation of functionalized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Starting material for the synthesis of agrochemicals and other biologically active compounds.
• Use in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Methoxymethyl)-2,4-Cyclopentadiene
CAS No.	39872-54-3
Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molecular Weight	110.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Methoxymethyl)cyclopenta-1,3-diene; Methoxymethylcyclopentadiene; 2,4-Cyclopentadien-1-ylmethyl methyl ether; 1-(Methoxymethyl)-1,3-cyclopentadiene
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Methoxymethyl)-2,4-Cyclopentadiene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use to maintain stability and prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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