Description

1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid is a versatile organic building block featuring a cyclopropane ring fused to a chlorinated aromatic carboxylic acid. This compound matters as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where its unique strained ring structure and functional groups enable the creation of novel active ingredients. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for developing new drugs and advanced agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a core building block in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the chlorophenyl and cyclopropane motifs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organic and organometallic chemistry research to create novel chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a scaffold for developing molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways in academic and industrial research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	72934-37-3
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	196.63 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Chlorophenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; (4-Chlorophenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 1-(p-Chlorophenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Chloro-α-(cyclopropyl)benzenecarboxylic Acid; Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 1-(4-chlorophenyl)-; p-Chlorophenylcyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 72934-37-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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