Description

Cyclopenta-2,4-Dien-1-Ylidenemethyl Acetate is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopentadienylidene core functionalized with an acetate ester group, serving as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is crucial for researchers and manufacturers requiring a reactive diene or ligand precursor for the development of novel catalysts, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by the fine chemical, pharmaceutical R&D, and advanced material science industries for its unique structural and electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring cyclopentadiene-based scaffolds.
• Organometallic Catalyst Precursor: Acts as a key ligand or starting material in the preparation of metallocene and other transition metal catalysts for polymerization and organic transformations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile diene component in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic structures.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, polymers, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and specialty agrochemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for exploratory chemistry in universities and corporate research laboratories focusing on new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopenta-2,4-Dien-1-Ylidenemethyl Acetate
CAS No.	699-15-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8O2
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentadienylidene Methyl Acetate; (Cyclopenta-2,4-dien-1-ylidene)methyl acetate; Acetic Acid (Cyclopentadienylidene)methyl Ester; Methylidenecyclopentadiene Acetate; 1-Acetoxymethylidene-2,4-cyclopentadiene; Fulvene-6-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester (derivative); 6-Acetoxyfulvene
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopenta-2,4-Dien-1-Ylidenemethyl Acetate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with rigorous R&D and production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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