Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate

Name: Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040271

About Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate

Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate (CAS 4300-02-1) is a process intermediate or related compound of Cyclopentane offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C9H16O2, molecular weight 156.22 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 3-cyclopentylpropanoate. Common synonyms include Cyclopentanepropanoic acid methyl ester and Cyclopentanepropionic acid methyl ester.

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. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Cyclopentane, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Related to Cyclopentane

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Cyclopentane.

Cyclopentane impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-040271
CAS Number	4300-02-1
IUPAC name	methyl 3-cyclopentylpropanoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₆O₂
Molecular weight	156.22 g/mol
Exact mass	156.115
InChIKey	FGPDDJMBTHHHRK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)CCC1CCCC1
PubChem CID	13033439

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Cyclopentanepropanoic acid methyl ester, Cyclopentanepropionic acid methyl ester, Methyl3-cyclopentylpropanoate, 3-cyclopentyl-propionic acid methylester, 3-Cyclopentylpropionic acid, methyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H227Combustible liquid
H301Toxic if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, 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 cyclopentanepropanoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate is 4300-02-1. It is also known as Cyclopentanepropanoic acid methyl ester, Cyclopentanepropionic acid methyl ester, Methyl3-cyclopentylpropanoate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate?

Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate has the molecular formula C9H16O2 and a molecular weight of 156.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 3-cyclopentylpropanoate.

What is Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate used for?

Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Cyclopentane. 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 cyclopentanepropanoate can I order?

We supply Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate, 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 cyclopentanepropanoate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate 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 cyclopentanepropanoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl cyclopentanepropanoate 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.