Description

1-Methylcyclopentene is a versatile, low-molecular-weight alkene with significant utility in organic synthesis and industrial processes. Its value lies in its reactivity as a building block for creating more complex chemical structures, particularly in the production of specialty chemicals and fine pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and industries involved in polymer and fragrance intermediate synthesis.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and flavors.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or co-monomer in the development of specialty polymers and elastomers.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a model substrate in hydrogenation, metathesis, and other catalytic reaction studies.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: An intermediate in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and terpenoids.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Employed in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Heck, Suzuki, and Negishi couplings for C-C bond formation.
• Chemical Education & Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D settings to study alkene reactivity and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methylcyclopentene
CAS No.	693-89-0
Molecular Formula	C6H10
Molecular Weight	82.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylcyclopent-1-ene; Methylcyclopentene; 1-MCP; Cyclopentene, 1-methyl-; NSC 74119; 1-Methyl-1-cyclopentene; 3-Methylcyclopentene (isomer); Methyl-1-cyclopentene
EINECS	211-767-4

Quality Control

Our 1-Methylcyclopentene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including Gas Chromatography (GC) analysis, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and key specifications are available for every batch and provided upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat sources and oxidizing agents. For long-term stability, storage at 2-8°C is advised.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.75 - 0.78 g/mL
Boiling Point	75 - 77 °C

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