Description

1,2-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative with a unique cyclic structure, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its significance lies in its ability to impart specific conformational and stereochemical properties to target molecules, enabling the development of novel materials and active compounds. This chemical is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring constrained cyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to enhance the thermal stability and mechanical properties of polyesters and polyamides.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,2-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	50483-99-3
Molecular Formula	C7H10O4
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; Cyclopentane-1,2-dicarboxylic Acid; 1,2-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid (cis- and trans- mixture); NSC 163022; 1,2-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid, 99%; Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; 1,2-Dicarboxycyclopentane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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