Description

1,3,5,7-Tetraphenyladamantane is a highly functionalized, cage-like organic compound belonging to the adamantane family, distinguished by its four phenyl substituents which impart unique steric and electronic properties. This structural complexity makes it a valuable advanced intermediate and building block for sophisticated materials science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, advanced material, and life science sectors for developing novel polymers, ligands, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a rigid, three-dimensional core for constructing porous organic frameworks, dendrimers, and liquid crystals.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a key scaffold in medicinal chemistry for the development of new drug candidates, leveraging its stable adamantane core.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Acts as a precursor for creating sterically demanding phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer Science: Incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to enhance the thermal stability and mechanical properties of high-performance polymers.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a potential component for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLEDs due to its conjugated phenyl groups.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: Utilized as a building block for molecular recognition systems and complex self-assembled structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,5,7-Tetraphenyladamantane
CAS No.	16004-75-4
Molecular Formula	C34H32
Molecular Weight	440.62 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5,7-Tetraphenyltricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane; Tetraphenyladamantane; Adamantane, 1,3,5,7-tetraphenyl-; NSC 163892
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Quality Control

Our 1,3,5,7-Tetraphenyladamantane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and melting point determination, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the consistency and reliability required for critical research and development applications.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	285 - 295 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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