Description

1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,6-Dione, 1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-8-Methoxy- (8Ci) is a specialized methanonaphthalenedione derivative, a compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its unique bridged polycyclic structure with a quinone moiety and methoxy substituent makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by pharmaceutical research organizations, agrochemical developers, and specialty chemical manufacturers for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting complex biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with unique modes of action.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for creating novel π-conjugated systems and electron-accepting units in organic semiconductors.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Utilized in the production of specialized quinone-based dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific thermal or electronic properties to polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed as a model compound in mechanistic studies and for exploring new synthetic methodologies in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,6-Dione, 1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-8-Methoxy- (8Ci)
CAS No.	17198-13-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	204.22 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methoxy-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene-5,6-dione; 8-Methoxy-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-epoxynaphthalene-5,6-dione; 8-Methoxy-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-ethenonaphthalene-5,6-dione; 1,4-Ethenonaphthalene-5,6-dione, 1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-8-methoxy-; 1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,6-dione, 8-methoxy-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,6-Dione, 1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-8-Methoxy- (8Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as pre-clinical scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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