Description

(1-(Trifluoromethyl)Cyclopentyl)Methanol is a versatile fluorinated building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the unique combination of the cyclopentyl scaffold and the trifluoromethyl group, which can dramatically alter the physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioavailability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the CF3 group can improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, where its structure can help fine-tune dielectric anisotropy and thermal stability.
• Advanced Polymer Modifiers: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart unique surface properties, chemical resistance, and altered refractive indices.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry for the construction of complex, fluorinated molecular architectures via reactions of the alcohol functional group.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized in the synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-(Trifluoromethyl)Cyclopentyl)Methanol
CAS No.	371917-15-6
Molecular Formula	C7H11F3O
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	[1-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclopentyl]methanol; 1-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclopentanemethanol; (1-Trifluoromethyl-cyclopentyl)-methanol; α-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclopentanemethanol; Cyclopentanemethanol, 1-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of (1-(Trifluoromethyl)Cyclopentyl)Methanol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, GC/HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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