Description

Exo-2-Chloro-1,5,5-Trimethylnorbornane is a high-purity, synthetically derived chlorinated norbornane derivative. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor or reactant in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry to create novel ring structures.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing specific terpene-derived aroma chemicals and odorants.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: Potential framework for creating novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Exo-2-Chloro-1,5,5-Trimethylnorbornane
CAS No.	1126-28-9
Molecular Formula	C10H17Cl
Molecular Weight	172.69 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1,5,5-trimethylnorbornane (exo-); 2-exo-Chloro-1,5,5-trimethylnorbornane; 1,5,5-Trimethyl-2-chloronorbornane; exo-2-Chloro-1,5,5-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; Fenchyl chloride (derivative); Chlorinated trimethylnorbornane
EINECS	214-418-5

Quality Control

Our Exo-2-Chloro-1,5,5-Trimethylnorbornane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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