Description

n-Cyclopentylideneethanamine is a versatile organic building block featuring a reactive imine functional group. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Industrial buyers in fine chemical manufacturing, contract research organizations (CROs), and academic R&D departments need it for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to introduce the cyclopentylidene moiety into more complex structures.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in process chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Cyclopentylideneethanamine
CAS No.	54966-05-1
Molecular Formula	C7H13N
Molecular Weight	111.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Cyclopentylideneethanamine; 1-Cyclopentylideneethanamine; N-(Cyclopentylidene)ethanamine; Ethanamine, N-cyclopentylidene-; 1-(Cyclopentylideneamino)ethane; Cyclopentylideneethylamine; Schiff base of cyclopentanone with ethylamine
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Quality Control

Our n-Cyclopentylideneethanamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and industrial use.

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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92

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