Description

5-Chloro-1-(3-Cyanophenyl)-1-Oxopentane is a high-purity, versatile chemical intermediate characterized by its distinct molecular structure featuring both chloro and cyano functional groups. This compound is critical for facilitating complex organic synthesis, particularly in the development of advanced pharmaceutical actives and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where its structural motifs contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers due to its aromatic and polar functional groups.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-1-(3-Cyanophenyl)-1-Oxopentane
CAS No.	898786-72-6
Molecular Formula	C12H12ClNO
Molecular Weight	221.68 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1-(3-cyanophenyl)pentan-1-one; 3-Cyanophenyl 4-chlorobutyl ketone; 1-(3-Cyanophenyl)-5-chloropentan-1-one; 5-Chloro-1-(3-cyanobenzoyl)butane; γ-Chloro-δ-oxo-3-cyanovalerophenone; 898786-72-6; 5-Chloro-1-oxo-1-(3-cyanophenyl)pentane
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-1-(3-Cyanophenyl)-1-Oxopentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis 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 (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Maximum Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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