Description

1-Aminocyclopentane-1-Methanamine is a versatile bifunctional amine featuring both primary and secondary amine groups on a cyclopentane scaffold. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists for creating novel active ingredients, catalysts, and specialty polymers. The compound's rigid cyclic backbone provides conformational control, which is critical for developing compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including protease inhibitors, neurological agents, and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and metal-organic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles and other advanced molecular architectures.
• Material Science: Used in surface modification and the creation of functionalized nanomaterials and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Aminocyclopentane-1-Methanamine
CAS No.	5062-66-8
Molecular Formula	C6H14N2
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diaminomethylcyclopentane; 1-(Aminomethyl)cyclopentanamine; 1-Cyclopentane-1,1-diyldimethanamine; NSC 102627; 1,1-Bis(aminomethyl)cyclopentane; Cyclopentane-1,1-diyldimethanamine; 1,1-Diaminomethyl-cyclopentan
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Quality Control

Our 1-Aminocyclopentane-1-Methanamine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and consistent raw materials for research and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent degradation from moisture and carbon dioxide. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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