Description

1-Cyclopropyl-2-(2-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-One is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a cyclopropyl and an ortho-methylphenyl group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced pesticide and herbicide molecules, leveraging the biological activity imparted by its structural motifs.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a precursor for electron-transport or host materials in the development of next-generation display technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Provides a scaffold for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals due to its ketone functionality and aromatic character.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A versatile building block for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Cyclopropyl-2-(2-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-One
CAS No.	56594-99-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclopropyl-1-o-tolylethanone; 1-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-cyclopropylethanone; 2-Cyclopropyl-1-(2-methylphenyl)ethanone; o-Methyl-α-cyclopropylacetophenone; α-Cyclopropyl-o-methylacetophenone; 56594-99-1; Ethanone, 1-cyclopropyl-2-(2-methylphenyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Cyclopropyl-2-(2-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) against established internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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