Description

trans-2-(3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl)Cyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived organic compound featuring a cyclopentane backbone substituted with a carboxylic acid and a 3,5-dimethylbenzoyl group. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and production of potential drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex, functionalized cyclopentane structures.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in multi-step synthesis for constructing more complex molecules, leveraging both the carboxylic acid and ketone functional groups for further derivatization.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new crop protection agents and herbicides, where its specific stereochemistry can influence biological activity.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: The molecular framework can be modified to create novel chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis in industrial chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-(3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl)Cyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	733741-21-4
Molecular Formula	C15H18O3
Molecular Weight	246.30 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-2-(3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl)cyclopentanecarboxylic acid; (1R,2S)-rel-2-(3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl)cyclopentanecarboxylic acid; 2-(3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl)cyclopentane-1-carboxylic acid; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 2-(3,5-dimethylbenzoyl)-, trans-; 733741-21-4
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Quality Control

Our trans-2-(3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl)Cyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% de (trans-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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