Description

Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid, 1-Acetyl- is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopropane ring functionalized with both carboxylic acid and acetyl ketone groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, especially those requiring the incorporation of strained cyclopropane rings known to modulate biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane moiety can contribute to unique modes of action and environmental profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or additives for specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing molecular probes to study enzyme function or cellular processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent in methodological chemistry research for developing new synthetic transformations involving strained ring systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid, 1-Acetyl-
CAS No.	56172-71-5
Molecular Formula	C6H8O3
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Acetylcyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Acetyl-1-cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; Acetylcyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, acetyl-; 1-Carboxy-1-acetylcyclopropane; (1-Acetylcyclopropyl)carboxylic Acid; 1-Acetylcyclopropane-1-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid, 1-Acetyl- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation by atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.