Description

cis-3-(2-Methylbenzoyl)Cyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived organic compound featuring a cyclopentane ring substituted with a carboxylic acid and a 2-methylbenzoyl group. This specific stereochemistry and functional group arrangement make it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the synthesis of complex fragrance molecules, liquid crystals, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Custom Synthesis Building Block: Employed in contract research and manufacturing (CRAM) for producing client-specific molecular entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-(2-Methylbenzoyl)Cyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	732251-96-6
Molecular Formula	C14H16O3
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-3-(2-Methylbenzoyl)cyclopentane-1-carboxylic acid; (1R,3S)-3-(2-Methylbenzoyl)cyclopentane-1-carboxylic acid; (1S,3R)-3-(2-Methylbenzoyl)cyclopentane-1-carboxylic acid; 3-(2-Methylbenzoyl)cyclopentanecarboxylic acid (cis-); 2-Methyl-α-oxobenzenecyclopentanepropanoic acid (cis-); o-Methylbenzoylcyclopentanecarboxylic Acid; BCPCA; CAS 732251-96-6
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Quality Control

Our cis-3-(2-Methylbenzoyl)Cyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical and chiral purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

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

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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