Description

1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Cyclopropane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, synthetically versatile organic building block featuring a cyclopropane ring fused with a carboxylic acid group on a dimethyl-substituted aromatic core. This unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for the development of advanced pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where it serves as a key scaffold for modulating biological activity and physicochemical properties. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking to synthesize novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers or organic electronic materials due to its rigid, sterically defined structure.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying enzyme function or protein-ligand interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Cyclopropane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	923233-31-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic acid; 1-(3,5-Xylyl)cyclopropane-1-carboxylic acid; Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 1-(3,5-dimethylphenyl)-; 3,5-Dimethyl-α,α-cyclopropylbenzenecarboxylic acid; 923233-31-2; 1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)-1-cyclopropanecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Cyclopropane-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.