Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate

About Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate

Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate is an impurity of Loxoprofen carrying the CAS registry number 10472-24-9. Its molecular formula is C7H10O3 and its molecular weight is 142.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 2-oxocyclopentane-1-carboxylate. Common synonyms include Methyl 2-oxocyclopentanecarboxylate and Methylcyclopentanone-2-carboxylate.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a characterised impurity of Loxoprofen, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Loxoprofen

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate
Catalogue No.	VQ-031663
CAS Number	10472-24-9
IUPAC name	methyl 2-oxocyclopentane-1-carboxylate
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	142.15 g/mol
Exact mass	142.063
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	PZBBESSUKAHBHD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1CCCC1=O
PubChem CID	66328

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl 2-oxocyclopentanecarboxylate, Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 2-oxo-, methyl ester, Methylcyclopentanone-2-carboxylate, 2-carbmethoxycyclopentanone, Methyl cyclopentanone-2-carboxylate, 2-Methoxycarbonylcyclopentanone, methyl-2-oxocyclopentane carboxylate, methyl-2-oxocyclopentanoate, 2-methoxycarbonylcylopentanone, 2-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester, methyl 2-oxocyclopentane carboxylate, methyl 2-oxocyclopentane

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H227Combustible liquid
H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate is 10472-24-9. It is also known as Methyl 2-oxocyclopentanecarboxylate, Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 2-oxo-, methyl ester, Methylcyclopentanone-2-carboxylate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate?

Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate has the molecular formula C7H10O3 and a molecular weight of 142.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-oxocyclopentane-1-carboxylate.

What is Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate used for?

Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Loxoprofen. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate can I order?

We supply Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 2-Cyclopentanonecarboxylate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.