Description

(2-Methylcyclopentyl)Methanol is a versatile chiral alcohol derivative of cyclopentane, valued for its use as a key building block in organic synthesis. Its unique steric and electronic properties make it an important intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific spatial configurations. This compound is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis, fragrance development, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure imparts desired biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for musk-like odorants and other complex aroma chemicals in perfumery and flavor formulations.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric catalysis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Functions as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for introducing the (2-methylcyclopentyl)methyl group into target molecules in research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Methylcyclopentyl)Methanol
CAS No.	73803-82-4
Molecular Formula	C7H14O
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Methylcyclopentyl)methanol; 2-Methylcyclopentanemethanol; (2-Methylcyclopentyl)carbinol; α-Methylcyclopentanemethanol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylcyclopentane; 2-Methyl-1-cyclopentylmethanol; (2-Methyl-1-cyclopentyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Methylcyclopentyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with specifications tailored to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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