Description

2-Diazocycloheptanone is a highly reactive diazo compound, primarily valued as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical precursor for the construction of complex strained ring systems and for use in cyclopropanation and C-H insertion reactions. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing complex carbocyclic or heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides that require specific, strained ring structures for biological activity.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized metal-carbene complexes used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new reaction discovery and mechanism investigation.
• Specialty Polymer Chemistry: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers or cross-linking agents for advanced polymeric materials with unique properties.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the preparation of novel carbon-based materials or surface modifiers via its decomposition pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Diazocycloheptanone
CAS No.	18202-04-5
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2O
Molecular Weight	138.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Diazo-1-cycloheptanone; 2-Diazocycloheptan-1-one; Cycloheptanone, 2-diazo-; 2-Diazo-cycloheptanone; 2-Diazo-cycloheptan-1-one; 2-Diazoheptanone; 2-Diazocycloheptanone; 2-Diazo-1-oxocycloheptane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Diazocycloheptanone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including NMR, IR, and HPLC, to verify identity and quantify purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, minimize exposure to air and light during handling. Keep away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical 97-99%)
Solvent Content (if supplied as solution)	Specified on COA
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	< 0.5%

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