Description

2-Cyclopentylhydroquinone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the hydroquinone family, featuring a cyclopentyl substituent. This structural modification makes it a valuable intermediate and functional component in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly where controlled oxidation or specific steric properties are required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where it acts as a precursor for phenolic active ingredients.
• Polymer Stabilizer & Antioxidant: Functions as a polymerization inhibitor and antioxidant in the manufacture of specialty polymers and resins, preventing premature degradation.
• Photographic Chemicals: Serves as a developing agent or a component in specialized photographic developer formulations.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in organic chemistry research for studying oxidation-reduction processes and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclopentylhydroquinone
CAS No.	65578-65-6
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dihydroxy-2-cyclopentylbenzene; 2-Cyclopentyl-1,4-benzenediol; 2-Cyclopentylbenzene-1,4-diol; Hydroquinone, 2-cyclopentyl-; 2-Cyclopentylhydroquinone; 2-Cyclopentylquinol; 2-Cyclopentyl-1,4-dihydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclopentylhydroquinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties of being light-sensitive and easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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