Description

Octahydro-1,3-Methanopentalene is a saturated, bicyclic hydrocarbon with a unique bridged structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and development, as well as in fragrance and flavor applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for musky, woody, or amber scent notes in perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Specialty Polymer Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct intricate polycyclic frameworks in research laboratories.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Used as a backbone for creating novel chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octahydro-1,3-Methanopentalene
CAS No.	13913-22-9
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Methanopentalene, Octahydro-; Bicyclo[3.3.0]octane; Octahydropentalene; 2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,7a-Octahydro-1H-indene; 1H-Cyclopenta[1,3]cycloprop[1,2]cyclopentane, Octahydro-; NSC 92539
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Quality Control

Our Octahydro-1,3-Methanopentalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term 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)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 3.0%

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