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Atomfair Cyclopentanemethanol C6H12O CAS 3637-61-4

Cyclopentanemethanol (CAS: 3637-61-4) is a versatile organic compound with the molecular formula C6H12O , widely utilized in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis. This high-purity (98%) cyclic alcohol features a hydroxymethyl group attached to a cyclopentane ring, offering unique reactivity for derivatization and functionalization. Its stable cyclic structure makes it an excellent building block for complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and material science applications. Supplied as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor, our product undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure consistency in research and industrial applications. Ideal for use as an intermediate in fragrance…

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Cyclopentanemethanol (CAS: 3637-61-4) is a versatile organic compound with the molecular formula C6H12O, widely utilized in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis. This high-purity (98%) cyclic alcohol features a hydroxymethyl group attached to a cyclopentane ring, offering unique reactivity for derivatization and functionalization. Its stable cyclic structure makes it an excellent building block for complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and material science applications. Supplied as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor, our product undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure consistency in research and industrial applications. Ideal for use as an intermediate in fragrance formulations, polymer modifiers, and chiral auxiliaries, this compound is packaged under inert atmosphere to guarantee long-term stability.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 3637-61-4
  • Complexity: 46.1
  • IUPAC Name: cyclopentylmethanol
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O/c7-5-6-3-1-2-4-6/h6-7H,1-5H2
  • InChI Key: ISQVBYGGNVVVHB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 100.088815002
  • Molecular Formula: C6H12O
  • Molecular Weight: 100.16
  • SMILES: C1CCC(C1)CO
  • Topological: 20.2
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 100.088815002
  • Synonyms: Cyclopentanemethanol, 3637-61-4, AI3-28356, EINECS 222-861-3, DTXSID70189896, NSC 102763, DTXCID30112387, 222-861-3, inchi=1/c6h12o/c7-5-6-3-1-2-4-6/h6-7h,1-5h, Cyclopentylmethanol, CyclopentYl-Methanol, Cyclopentylcarbinol, (Hydroxymethyl)cyclopentane, MFCD00001384, Cyclopentyl carbinol, Cyclopentylmethyl alcohol, 4LG8NG324P, 1198600-13-3, NSC-102763, cyclopentanmethanol, cylcopentanemethanol, cyclopentan-methanol, cyclopentyl methanol, cyclo-pentanemethanol, cyclopentane methanol, cyclopentane-methanol, NSC102763, (cyclopentyl)methanol, cyclopentylmethan-1-ol, Cyclopentanemethan-1-ol, Cyclopentanemethanol, 98%, SCHEMBL5625, UNII-4LG8NG324P, SCHEMBL20998, SCHEMBL126300, SCHEMBL217913, SCHEMBL1868096, SCHEMBL1941986, SCHEMBL4843266, SCHEMBL10895394, BCP29184, SBB008516, AKOS009157998, CS-W001923, DS-1149, FC31824, PB47523, PS-9322, SY006011, DB-014741, DB-243326, C2658, NS00030029, EN300-49287, Q63408934, F0001-1040, Z397587414

Cyclopentanemethanol serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of prostaglandin analogs and other bioactive molecules. Its hydroxyl group enables facile esterification or etherification for prodrug development. In material science, it acts as a monomer for specialty polyesters with enhanced flexibility. The compound also finds use in chiral resolution processes and as a precursor for liquid crystal materials.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H227 (16.7%): Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]
  • H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
  • H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

  • P210, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Flam. Liq. 4 (16.7%)
  • Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
  • STOT SE 3 (100%)

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Intended Use & Restrictions

This product is sold exclusively for laboratory research, analytical testing, or non-commercial purposes.

  • Strictly prohibited: Resale, repackaging, or formulation into commercial products.
  • Not approved for human/animal use, diagnostics, or manufacturing (including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or consumer goods).

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  • Use this product only as permitted by law.
  • Indemnify Atomfair LLC against all claims arising from misuse, patent infringement, or regulatory violations.

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