Description

3-Chloro-n-Cyclopentylbenzamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzamide core substituted with a chloro group and a cyclopentyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical industry for constructing more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, where the chlorobenzamide scaffold can impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development, such as in amide coupling or cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for constructing complex ligands used in catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-n-Cyclopentylbenzamide
CAS No.	349128-33-2
Molecular Formula	C12H14ClNO
Molecular Weight	223.70 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-N-cyclopentylbenzamide; Benzamide, 3-chloro-N-cyclopentyl-; N-Cyclopentyl-3-chlorobenzamide; 3-Chlorobenzoic acid cyclopentylamide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-n-Cyclopentylbenzamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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