Description

Ethyl 1-Methylcyclopentane-1-Carboxylate is a specialized ester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique cyclopentane-based structure makes it particularly useful for constructing complex molecular architectures where steric and conformational properties are critical. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or scaffold in the synthesis of proprietary drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific ring structures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for fragrances, flavors, and specialty polymers where the methylcyclopentane moiety imparts desired physical or olfactory characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cyclopentane annulation, ester transformation reactions, and the development of novel catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1-Methylcyclopentane-1-Carboxylate
CAS No.	6553-72-6
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylcyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 1-Methylcyclopentanecarboxylate; Ethyl 1-Methyl-1-cyclopentanecarboxylate; 1-Carbethoxy-1-methylcyclopentane; NSC 3349
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 1-Methylcyclopentane-1-Carboxylate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, providing detailed results for identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL

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