Description

(Cyclopentyloxy)Acetic Acid is a versatile organic acid derivative characterized by its cyclopentyl ether moiety. This compound matters as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering a unique steric and electronic profile for constructing complex molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the cyclopentyloxyacetic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Functional monomer for synthesizing specialty polymers with tailored properties for coatings or adhesives.
• Chemical Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical spaces.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Cyclopentyloxy)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	95832-60-3
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Cyclopentyloxy)acetic Acid; Acetic Acid, (Cyclopentyloxy)-; Cyclopentyloxyacetic Acid; (Cyclopentoxy)acetic Acid; NSC 403119; 2-Cyclopentyloxyacetic Acid; Cyclopentyl Glycolic Acid Ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Cyclopentyloxy)Acetic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, as the compound may be sensitive to elevated temperatures. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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