Description

Spiro[5.6]Dodecane (CAS NO 181-15-7) is a high-purity, specialized spirocyclic hydrocarbon building block valued for its unique three-dimensional structure and chemical stability. This compound is essential for advanced research and development in organic synthesis, where it serves as a key precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in ligand design, chiral synthesis, and the development of novel functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial scaffold or chiral building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its stable spirocyclic framework.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or core structure for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing unique musk-like or complex fragrance compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic chemistry and exploring new spirocyclic compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Spiro[5.6]Dodecane
CAS No.	181-15-7
Molecular Formula	C11H20
Molecular Weight	152.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Spiro(5.6)dodecane; 1,1'-Spirobi(cyclohexane); Bicyclo[5.5.0]dodecane; 1,1'-Bicyclohexylidene; Spiro-5,6-dodecane; NSC 5111
EINECS	205-858-8

Quality Control

Our Spiro[5.6]Dodecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.