Description

2-(1-Hydroxypentyl)Cyclopentan-1-One is a specialized chiral building block and fragrance intermediate of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structural motif, featuring both a ketone and a hydroxyl group on a cyclopentane ring, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with specific olfactory or biological properties. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as by pharmaceutical research and development teams for asymmetric synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Serves as a key intermediate for the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals, particularly musks and other complex odorants.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring stereochemical control.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, enabling the construction of cyclopentane-containing natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides where its specific carbon skeleton is beneficial.
• Functional Materials: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Hydroxypentyl)Cyclopentan-1-One
CAS No.	42558-01-0
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Hydroxypentyl)cyclopentanone; 2-(1-Hydroxyamyl)cyclopentanone; 2-(1-Hydroxypentyl)-1-cyclopentanone; 2-(1-Hydroxypentyl)cyclopentan-1-one; 2-Pentyl-1-hydroxycyclopentan-1-one; 1-Cyclopentanone, 2-(1-hydroxypentyl)-; 2-(1-Hydroxypentyl)cyclopentanone (mixture of diastereomers)
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Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Hydroxypentyl)Cyclopentan-1-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, diastereomeric ratio (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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