Description

(2,4-Dimethylcyclopentyl)Benzene is a specialized aromatic hydrocarbon derivative featuring a substituted cyclopentyl ring. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering unique steric and electronic properties for creating complex molecular architectures. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as ligand synthesis, fragrance development, and material science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block or precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a backbone for synthesizing specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Employed as a starting material for creating unique musk-like or woody aroma chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a reagent in various name reactions and cyclization processes to introduce specific structural motifs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(2,4-Dimethylcyclopentyl)Benzene
CAS No.	74421-27-5
Molecular Formula	C13H18
Molecular Weight	174.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzene, (2,4-dimethylcyclopentyl)-; 1-(2,4-Dimethylcyclopentyl)benzene; (2,4-Dimethylcyclopent-1-yl)benzene; 2,4-Dimethylcyclopentylbenzene; NSC 406925
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Quality Control

Our (2,4-Dimethylcyclopentyl)Benzene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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