Description

3-Cyclopentenylmethylamine is a versatile, five-membered cyclic amine building block featuring a reactive primary amine group. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and advanced agrochemicals. Industries such as pharmaceutical R&D, fine chemical manufacturing, and material science utilize this amine for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a curing agent or cross-linking monomer for specialty epoxy resins and polyamides, imparting specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution, reductive amination, and cycloaddition reactions to introduce the cyclopentenylmethyl moiety.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: A potential intermediate for synthesizing specific musk or amber-type fragrance compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Cyclopentenylmethylamine
CAS No.	4492-42-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11N
Molecular Weight	97.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclopenten-1-ylmethanamine; (3-Cyclopenten-1-yl)methylamine; 1-Aminomethyl-2-cyclopentene; 2-Cyclopenten-1-ylmethylamine; Cyclopent-3-en-1-ylmethylamine; 3-Cyclopentenemethylamine; 3-Cyclopenten-1-ylmethylamine; 3-Cyclopentenylmethylamine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyclopentenylmethylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.