CAS: 50483-99-3

Cyclopentane-1,2-dicarboxylic acid is a bioactive chemical that contains nitrogen atoms. It has a structural formula of C5H8O4 and an x-ray structure with antibacterial properties. Cyclopentane-1,2-dicarboxylic acid can be found in cocatalyst preparations for organic solvents such as benzene, toluene, and xylene. This compound has been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria by binding to amines and forming coordination complexes with carboxylate groups on the surface of bacterial cells. The crystal structures of cyclopentane-1,2-dicarboxylic acid have not yet been determined due to its alicyclic nature.

1,2-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic acid