Description

Ethanone, 1-[(3As,6As)-3A,6A-Dihydro-2-Methyl-4H-Cyclopenta[B]Furan-3-Yl]- is a high-purity, specialized organic compound featuring a fused cyclopentafuranone structure. This molecule is valued as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile chiral building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and production of proprietary drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex fragrance molecules, dyes, and other specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for catalysis research, especially in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or precursor for developing novel polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-[(3As,6As)-3A,6A-Dihydro-2-Methyl-4H-Cyclopenta[B]Furan-3-Yl]-
CAS No.	612036-24-5
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(3aS,6aS)-3a,6a-Dihydro-2-methyl-4H-cyclopenta[b]furan-3-yl]ethanone; (3aS,6aS)-3a,6a-Dihydro-2-methyl-4H-cyclopenta[b]furan-3-yl methyl ketone; 2-Methyl-3-acetyl-3a,6a-dihydro-4H-cyclopenta[b]furan; Chiral Cyclopentafuranone Acetate; Advanced Chiral Synthon
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Ethanone, 1-[(3As,6As)-3A,6A-Dihydro-2-Methyl-4H-Cyclopenta[B]Furan-3-Yl]- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the exacting standards required for GMP-grade intermediates and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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