Description

Cyclopentyl 2-(3-Methylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone is a specialized organic ketone compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique structural motif, which serves as a critical building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its aromatic and ketone functionalities.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals with complex, woody, or musky notes.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a starting material or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies in organic chemistry and catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis projects to produce tailored compounds for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentyl 2-(3-Methylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone
CAS No.	898768-36-0
Molecular Formula	C15H20O
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclopentyl-3-(3-methylphenyl)propan-1-one; 3-(3-Methylphenyl)-1-cyclopentylpropan-1-one; Cyclopentyl 2-(3-Methylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone; 2-(3-Methylphenyl)ethyl cyclopentyl ketone; m-Tolylpropyl cyclopentyl ketone; 3-(m-Tolyl)-1-cyclopentyl-1-propanone; Ketone, cyclopentyl 2-(3-methylphenyl)ethyl
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Quality Control

Our production of Cyclopentyl 2-(3-Methylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

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