Description

Cyclopentyl 3,4-Difluorophenyl Ketone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a cyclopentyl group and a difluorinated phenyl ring, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds for electronic applications, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Specialty Chemical Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine and ketone functionalities into polymers, improving their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: An essential reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in cross-coupling reactions, carbonyl chemistry, and fluorine chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentyl 3,4-Difluorophenyl Ketone
CAS No.	898791-96-3
Molecular Formula	C12H12F2O
Molecular Weight	210.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Difluorophenyl cyclopentyl ketone; 1-Cyclopentyl-2-(3,4-difluorophenyl)ethanone; (3,4-Difluorophenyl)(cyclopentyl)methanone; Cyclopentyl(3,4-difluorophenyl)methanone; 898791-96-3; Ketone, cyclopentyl 3,4-difluorophenyl
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentyl 3,4-Difluorophenyl Ketone 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 specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical R&D and scale-up projects.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.