Description

2-iso-Butylcyclopentanone is a specialized organic ketone compound with a distinct cyclic structure. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists, as well as production facilities, in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors for creating novel molecules and fine-tuning organoleptic profiles.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel musk compounds, woody, and amber notes in perfumery, and for creating complex flavor molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a chiral intermediate or scaffold in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor in various organic reactions, including alkylations, reductions, and ring-opening transformations for specialty chemicals.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the synthesis of experimental pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural motif for biological activity.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of specialty polymers, resins, or liquid crystals where specific ketone functionality is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-iso-Butylcyclopentanone
CAS No.	4668-65-9
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methylpropyl)cyclopentan-1-one; 2-Isobutylcyclopentanone; 2-(2-Methylpropyl)cyclopentanone; Cyclopentanone, 2-(2-methylpropyl)-; Isobutylcyclopentanone; FEMA 4637; 2-isobutyl-1-cyclopentanone
EINECS	225-124-2

Quality Control

Our 2-iso-Butylcyclopentanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.890 - 0.910
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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