Description

tert-Butyl Cyclopentanecarboxylate is a versatile organic ester compound valued for its use as a key synthetic intermediate. Its structure makes it a valuable building block in the production of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with cyclopentane-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a protected carboxylic acid derivative or a tert-butyl ester precursor in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for creating specific ester notes in high-value aroma chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and specialty chemicals where its ester functionality is required.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological development and novel compound exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl Cyclopentanecarboxylate
CAS No.	87661-18-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl cyclopentanecarboxylate; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 1,1-Dimethylethyl cyclopentanecarboxylate; t-Butyl cyclopentanecarboxylate; TBCC
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl Cyclopentanecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are 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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.