Description

Ketone, Cyclopentyl Fluoromethyl (7Ci,8Ci) CAS NO 823-44-9 is a specialized fluorinated ketone compound, characterized by its cyclopentyl backbone and fluoromethyl substituent, offering unique reactivity and physical properties. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, where the fluorine atom introduces desirable electronic and steric effects. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorinated motifs to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorinated ketone structure can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile precursor for nucleophilic addition reactions, Grignard reactions, and reductive amination processes in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.
• Fluorinated Material Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ketone, Cyclopentyl Fluoromethyl (7Ci,8Ci)
CAS No.	823-44-9
Molecular Formula	C7H11FO
Molecular Weight	130.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentyl Fluoromethyl Ketone; 1-(Fluoromethyl)cyclopentan-1-ol (tautomer); Fluoromethyl Cyclopentyl Ketone; 1-Cyclopentyl-2-fluoroethanone; 2-Fluoro-1-cyclopentylethanone; NSC 163045; (Fluoromethyl)(cyclopentyl)methanone; Cyclopentanone, 2-fluoroethyl-
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Quality Control

Every batch of Cyclopentyl Fluoromethyl Ketone is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for critical synthetic applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, although short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.