3-Cyclopentylacrylonitrile

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  • CAT Number: L041776
  • CAS Number: 591769-05-0
  • Molecular Formula: C8H11N
  • Molecular Weight: 121.18
  • Purity: ≥95%
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3-Cyclopentylacrylonitrile(Cat No.:L041776)is an organic compound featuring a cyclopentyl ring attached to an acrylonitrile moiety, comprising a cyano group and a terminal alkene. This structure offers dual reactivity through its electron-deficient nitrile and unsaturated double bond, making it a versatile intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. It is commonly used in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. The cyclopentyl group imparts hydrophobic character and conformational rigidity, which can enhance biological activity or molecular binding in drug design. Its functional groups support further derivatization in multistep synthesis strategies.


CAS Number 591769-05-0
Molecular Formula C8H11N
Purity ≥95%
IUPAC Name (E)-3-cyclopentylprop-2-enenitrile
InChI InChI=1S/C8H11N/c9-7-3-6-8-4-1-2-5-8/h3,6,8H,1-2,4-5H2/b6-3+
InChIKey VMELXYJYSXXORF-ZZXKWVIFSA-N
SMILES C1CCC(C1)/C=C/C#N
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