Description

Bicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane, 7-Chloro- is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring a reactive chlorinated cyclopropane ring fused to a cyclohexane ring, making it a valuable synthon in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained-ring structure is prized for enabling complex molecular transformations, particularly in the construction of pharmacologically active frameworks and novel materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to innovate with precision.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, especially those containing strained or bridged ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing specialty polymers, resins, and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cyclopropanation reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, and as a scaffold for creating complex natural product analogs.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane, 7-Chloro-
CAS No.	1588-50-7
Molecular Formula	C7H11Cl
Molecular Weight	130.62 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chlorobicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; 7-Chloro-1,4-methano-1H-indene (related fused-ring name); Chlorinated bicycloheptane; 1-Chloro-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene (isomeric structure); Bicyclo[4.1.0]heptyl chloride; 7-Chloronorcarane; NSC 89266; 1588-50-7 (CAS Registry Number)
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Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane, 7-Chloro- is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to meet precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Density	~1.05 g/cm³

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