2-Methyl-5-oxo-1-cyclopentenyl Propionate CAS 87-55-8

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.87-55-8
Molecular FormulaC9H12O3
Molecular Weight168.19 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-Methyl-5-oxo-1-cyclopentenyl Propionate CAS 87-55-8 chemical structure

Description

2-Methyl-5-oxo-1-cyclopentenyl Propionate (CAS 87-55-8) is a high-purity pharmaceutical standards reference standard from CATO, an ISO 17034 accredited reference material producer. Molecular formula: C9H12O3. Molecular weight: 168.19 g/mol. Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC9H12O3
Molecular Weight168.19 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)4.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1957

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