Description

3,4-Dibromocyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized cyclopentane derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine substituents and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in protease inhibitor and cardiovascular drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the synthesis of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the reactivity of the bromine atoms for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers and advanced organic frameworks with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and inhibitors to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific, multi-functional cyclopentane cores.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dibromocyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	89415-65-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8Br2O2
Molecular Weight	271.94 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dibromocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 3,4-dibromo-; 1-Carboxy-3,4-dibromocyclopentane; NSC 339063; 3,4-Dibromo-1-cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dibromocyclopentane-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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