Description

(1R)-1α,4α:5β,8β-Dimethano-1,4,4Aβ,4Bα,5,8,8Aα,8Bβ-Octahydrobiphenylene is a complex, stereochemically defined polycyclic hydrocarbon with a unique bridged structure. This compound serves as a highly valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing intricate molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in developing novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, especially those requiring rigid, polycyclic frameworks.
• Advanced Material Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic semiconductors where precise stereochemistry influences material properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Potential use as a ligand precursor or a chiral scaffold in the design of novel catalysts for enantioselective transformations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of high-performance, stereospecific pesticides or herbicides.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a model compound or starting material in methodological studies and total synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R)-1α,4α:5β,8β-Dimethano-1,4,4Aβ,4Bα,5,8,8Aα,8Bβ-Octahydrobiphenylene
CAS No.	1624-13-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₈
Molecular Weight	186.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R)-1a,4a:5b,8b-Dimethano-1,4,4ab,4ba,5,8,8aa,8bb-octahydrobiphenylene; (1R)-1,4:5,8-Dimethano-1,4,4a,4b,5,8,8a,8b-octahydrobiphenylene; (1R)-1,4:5,8-Dimethanooctahydrobiphenylene; (1R)-Diels-Alder Adduct of Cyclopentadiene and Biphenylene; (1R)-endo,endo-Tricyclo[8.2.2.24,7]hexadeca-4,6,10,12,13,15-hexaene
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Quality Control

Our (1R)-1α,4α:5β,8β-Dimethano-1,4,4Aβ,4Bα,5,8,8Aα,8Bβ-Octahydrobiphenylene is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity determination by HPLC, to ensure high chemical and enantiomeric purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

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 oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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