Description

T-Butylcyclopentadiene is a specialized, high-purity organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique sterically hindered structure, which makes it a versatile ligand precursor and monomer for creating tailored polymers and catalysts. This product is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex, sterically hindered active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Used to manufacture sophisticated organometallic catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for developing high-performance polymers with specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemicals: Intermediate in the production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Building block for creating complex molecules used in flavors, fragrances, and electronic chemicals.
• Research & Development: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	T-Butylcyclopentadiene
CAS No.	41539-65-5
Molecular Formula	C9H14
Molecular Weight	122.21 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butylcyclopentadiene; 1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)cyclopenta-1,3-diene; 1-tert-Butyl-1,3-cyclopentadiene; (tert-Butyl)cyclopentadiene; TBCP; t-BuCPD
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Quality Control

Our T-Butylcyclopentadiene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity against stringent internal specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated place. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed and away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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