Description

1,3-Dicyclopentylurea is a specialized organic compound belonging to the urea derivative class. This chemical serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique steric and electronic properties imparted by the cyclopentyl groups. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and performance materials. Our supply ensures high purity and batch-to-batch consistency for critical synthetic applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the urea moiety is a core pharmacophore.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain extender or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyurethanes and polyurea coatings with enhanced mechanical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a precursor or protecting group agent in complex multi-step organic synthesis for fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the creation of molecular cages, supramolecular assemblies, and organic frameworks due to its hydrogen-bonding capability.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a precursor for ligands in organometallic chemistry and asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dicyclopentylurea
CAS No.	58713-33-0
Molecular Formula	C11H20N2O
Molecular Weight	196.29 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Dicyclopentylurea; Urea, N,N'-dicyclopentyl-; 1,3-Bis(cyclopentyl)urea; Dicyclopentyl Urea; N-Cyclopentyl-N'-(cyclopentyl)urea; (Cyclopentylamino)(cyclopentylimino)methane; UNII-4V7H8LQ1QN
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dicyclopentylurea is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and loss on drying analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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