Description

5-(2-Cyclopentylideneethyl)-5-Ethylbarbituric Acid is a specialized barbiturate derivative, a class of compounds historically significant in medicinal chemistry and valuable as synthetic intermediates. This compound matters for its precise molecular structure, which serves as a critical building block in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or modify compound properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthetic precursor in the research and development of novel central nervous system (CNS) active agents and other therapeutic molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold or building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical chemistry laboratories.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialized agrochemicals requiring specific barbiturate core structures.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in biochemical assays and pharmacological studies to investigate structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Cyclopentylideneethyl)-5-Ethylbarbituric Acid
CAS No.	66940-72-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	250.29 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyl-5-(2-cyclopentylideneethyl)barbituric acid; 5-Ethyl-5-(2-cyclopentyliden-1-ethyl)barbituric acid; 5-(2-Cyclopentylidenethyl)-5-ethyl-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-pyrimidinetrione; NSC 163044; Barbituric acid, 5-ethyl-5-(2-cyclopentylideneethyl)-; 5-Ethyl-5-(cyclopentylideneethyl)barbituric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(2-Cyclopentylideneethyl)-5-Ethylbarbituric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.