Description

trans-(+)-1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane is a high-purity, chiral cyclic hydrocarbon with the CAS number 930-58-5. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. It is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise, high-quality chiral synthons.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specific terpenes and other aroma compounds.
• Advanced Material Research: A monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers and liquid crystals.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in the synthesis of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Analytical Standard: Used as a reference standard in gas chromatography (GC) for method development and quality control.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-(+)-1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane
CAS No.	930-58-5
Molecular Formula	C7H14
Molecular Weight	98.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,3R)-1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane; (+)-trans-1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane; trans-1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane; (R,R)-1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane; 1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane, trans-; Cyclopentane, 1,3-dimethyl-, trans-; 930-58-5; UNII-7R8U6D8Q6B
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Quality Control

Our trans-(+)-1,3-Dimethylcyclopentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, keeping the container under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen is recommended to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (GC)	≥ 99.0% ee (trans-(+) isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Refractive Index nD20	Contact for details
Density (20°C)	Contact for details

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