Description

3-Chloro-2-Cyclopenten-1-One is a versatile chlorinated cyclic enone, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its reactive carbonyl and halogen functionalities, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with cyclic or fused-ring structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive site for derivatization.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cycloaddition and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-Cyclopenten-1-One
CAS No.	53102-14-0
Molecular Formula	C5H5ClO
Molecular Weight	116.54 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chlorocyclopent-2-en-1-one; 3-Chloro-2-cyclopentenone; 2-Cyclopenten-1-one, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloro-1-cyclopent-2-enone; NSC 163082
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-2-Cyclopenten-1-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment 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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in secondary packaging or a dark storage cabinet.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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