Description

3-(3-Isocyanocyclopent-2-Enylidene)Propionic Acid is a specialized organic building block featuring both an isocyanate and a carboxylic acid functional group within a cyclic framework. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is essential for chemists and R&D teams developing novel active ingredients, heterocyclic compounds, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing fused ring systems or specific pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as polyurethanes or polyamides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for constructing cyclopentene and other heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for creating advanced materials with specific functional surfaces or responsive characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Isocyanocyclopent-2-Enylidene)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	73372-49-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO3
Molecular Weight	179.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Isocyanocyclopent-2-en-1-ylidene)propanoic acid; 2-Cyclopenten-1-ylideneacetic acid, 3-isocyanato-; 3-Isocyanato-2-cyclopenten-1-ylideneacetic acid; (3-Isocyanatocyclopent-2-en-1-ylidene)acetic acid; Propionic acid, 3-(3-isocyanocyclopent-2-enylidene)-; NSC 339063
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(3-Isocyanocyclopent-2-Enylidene)Propionic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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