Description

Cyclopentanepropanenitrile, β-Hydroxy- is a specialized organic nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and a nitrile functional group on a cyclopentane backbone, makes it a versatile chiral intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its application is critical for chemists seeking to introduce specific stereochemistry and functional group arrays into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty materials requiring high purity and defined stereochemistry.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic chemistry, enabling exploration of new reaction pathways and synthetic strategies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentanepropanenitrile, β-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	906453-83-6
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO
Molecular Weight	139.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-3-cyclopentylpropanenitrile; β-Hydroxycyclopentanepropionitrile; 3-Cyclopentyl-3-hydroxypropionitrile; (3-Hydroxy-3-cyclopentylpropyl)nitrile; 3-Cyclopentyl-3-hydroxypropanenitrile; 3-Hydroxy-3-cyclopentylpropane nitrile; 3-Cyclopentyl-3-hydroxy-propionitrile
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentanepropanenitrile, β-Hydroxy- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and chiral analysis to confirm identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP-compliant manufacturing for pharmaceutical applications upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent moisture uptake and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC / GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Specific enantiomer available)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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