Description

5-Norbornene-2-Ol is a versatile bicyclic organic compound featuring both an alcohol functional group and a strained norbornene double bond. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and monomer for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Employed in ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) and other polymerization techniques to create polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for various fine chemicals, including chiral ligands and catalysts.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel polymeric materials and coatings.
• Crosslinking Agent: Can be incorporated into polymer systems to introduce crosslinks, enhancing material durability and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Norbornene-2-Ol
CAS No.	13080-90-5
Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molecular Weight	110.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Norbornen-5-ol; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-ol; 5-Hydroxynorbornene; 2-Hydroxybicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene; Norborn-5-en-2-ol; 2-Norbornenol; 5-Norbornen-2-ol; Endo-5-Norbornene-2-ol
EINECS	235-979-2

Quality Control

Our 5-Norbornene-2-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

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

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