Description

Cyclopentyl 4-Trifluoromethylphenyl Ketone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block. This compound is valued for its unique structural motif, combining a cyclopentyl group with a trifluoromethyl-substituted aromatic ring, which is critical for modulating the physicochemical properties of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for use in synthesis and molecular design.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), where it helps fine-tune electronic properties and thermal stability.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the production of high-performance, specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance and specific optical characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial labs for methodology development, catalysis studies, and exploring new chemical spaces in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentyl 4-Trifluoromethylphenyl Ketone
CAS No.	578027-07-3
Molecular Formula	C13H13F3O
Molecular Weight	242.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclopentyl-2-(4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)ethanone; 4'-Trifluoromethyl Cyclopentyl Phenyl Ketone; (4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)(cyclopentyl)methanone; Cyclopentyl(4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanone; 1-Cyclopentyl-1-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)ketone; α-Cyclopentyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)acetophenone
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentyl 4-Trifluoromethylphenyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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