Description

3-Cyanophenyl Cyclopentyl Ketone is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a ketone and a nitrile functional group on an aromatic ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its aromatic nitrile moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyanophenyl Cyclopentyl Ketone
CAS No.	898791-36-1
Molecular Formula	C13H13NO
Molecular Weight	199.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyanocyclopentylphenylketone; 1-(3-Cyanophenyl)cyclopentan-1-one; Cyclopentyl 3-Cyanophenyl Ketone; m-Cyanophenyl Cyclopentyl Ketone; 3-Cyanobenzoylcyclopentane; 3-Cyano-1-cyclopentyl-1-phenylmethanone; 898791-36-1
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyanophenyl Cyclopentyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding R&D applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.