α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97%

Name: α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008666

About α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97%

Listed under CAS 427-49-6, α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 97%. Formula C13H16O3, molecular weight 220.26 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-cyclopentyl-2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid. Common synonyms include alpha-Cyclopentylmandelic acid and Cyclopentylphenylglycolic acid.

The material typically appears as white to yellow powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 146-151 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 5 g and 25 g packs, α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008666
CAS Number	427-49-6
IUPAC name	2-cyclopentyl-2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₃
Molecular weight	220.26 g/mol
Exact mass	220.1099
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	WFLUEQCOAQCQLP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1CCC(C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	98283

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow powder or crystals
Melting point	146-151 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	alpha-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, Cyclopentylphenylglycolic acid, cyclopentylmandelic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, alpha-cyclopentyl-alpha-hydroxy-, Cyclopentyl-hydroxy-phenyl-acetic acid, cyclopentyl(hydroxy)phenylacetic acid, alpha-Cyclopentyl-DL-mandelic Acid, Cyclopentyl Mandelic Acid, 2-(RS)-Cyclopentyl-2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetic Acid (alpha-Cyclopentylmandelic Acid), cyclopentyl-mandelic acid, a-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 2-cyclopentyl-2-hydroxy-2-phenyl-acetic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97% is 427-49-6. It is also known as alpha-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, Cyclopentylphenylglycolic acid, cyclopentylmandelic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97%?

α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97% has the molecular formula C13H16O3 and a molecular weight of 220.26 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-cyclopentyl-2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97% can I order?

We supply α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97% in (97%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97% 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 α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. α-Cyclopentylmandelic acid, 97% 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.