Description

2-Cyclopentyl-Ethylamine is a versatile aliphatic amine building block featuring a cyclopentyl moiety, which imparts unique steric and lipophilic properties. This compound is valued in advanced organic synthesis for its role as a key chiral intermediate and functional group modifier. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing central nervous system (CNS) agents and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the cyclopentyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands in asymmetric catalysis and as a modifier for metal complexes in industrial catalytic processes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the synthesis of specialty polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy curing agents, improving material properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial coatings due to its amine functionality.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies, library synthesis, and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclopentyl-Ethylamine
CAS No.	5763-55-3
Molecular Formula	C7H15N
Molecular Weight	113.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclopentylethanamine; (2-Cyclopentylethyl)amine; β-Cyclopentylethylamine; 2-Cyclopentyl-1-ethylamine; Cyclopentaneethanamine; 1-Cyclopentyl-2-aminoethane; NSC 403697; 2-(Cyclopentyl)ethan-1-amine
EINECS	227-284-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclopentyl-Ethylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee supply consistency and traceability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 1.0% (total)
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.458 - 1.462
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.880 - 0.890

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