Aure Chemical Supplies Premium 1-Phenyl-1-Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid CAS 77-55-4 for Global Industries
1-Phenyl-1-cyclopentanecarboxylic acid is a geminal-substituted cyclopentane carboxylic acid bearing a phenyl group at the alpha position. Its rigid cyclic structure and carboxylic functionality make it suitable for amidation, esterification, and other derivatization steps in organic synthesis.
This compound finds primary use in controlled environments for building sterically defined molecules. Aure Chemical provides material aligned with specifications typical for pharmaceutical intermediate applications.
Basic Information
| CAS No. | 77-55-4 |
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| EC No. | 201-041-0 |
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| Linear Formula | C12H14O2 |
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| Molecular Weight | 190.24 |
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| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
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| Melting Point | 158-161 °C (lit.) |
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| Boiling point | 340 °C (lit.) |
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| Density | 1.15 g/cm³ (Predicted) |
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| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, acetone, and chloroform (typical reference) |
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| Storage Conditions | Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place, room temperature |
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| Chemical Structure |  |
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Key Applications
Pharmaceutical intermediate: Used as a key building block in the synthesis of various central nervous system-active compounds and related pharmaceuticals.
API intermediate: Employed in preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients featuring cyclopentyl-phenyl motifs.
Functional molecule construction: Provides a sterically hindered carboxylic acid scaffold for amide and ester derivative synthesis.
Laboratory research: Applied in medicinal chemistry studies exploring conformationally restricted analogs.
Custom synthesis: Utilized in bespoke projects requiring high-purity gem-disubstituted cyclopentane carboxylic acids.
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Batch quality consistency: Ensured through standardized production and analytical verification for reproducible results in fine chemical synthesis.
Global delivery stability: Supported by proven international logistics for on-time supply from research to pilot quantities.
Documentation support: SDS, COA, and additional certificates furnished promptly for sourcing and regulatory purposes.
Technical and packaging options: Professional guidance available with flexible packaging such as 1kg/5kg/25kg fiber drums with PE liners or customized upon request.
