Description

Bicyclo[2.2.2]Octan-7-Ol CAS NO 18684-63-4 is a highly functionalized, rigid bicyclic tertiary alcohol. This compound serves as a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique three-dimensional structure and steric properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with complex stereochemistry.
• Ligand Synthesis: Building block for creating novel, sterically hindered ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new crop protection agents and pesticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Polymer & Material Science: Monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Versatile scaffold for the preparation of fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research tool for studying reaction mechanisms, molecular recognition, and supramolecular chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.2]Octan-7-Ol
CAS No.	18684-63-4
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxybicyclo[2.2.2]octane; Bicyclo[2.2.2]octan-7-ol; 7-Bicyclo[2.2.2]octanol; 2,2,2-Bicyclooctan-7-ol; BCO-7-OH; 7-Hydroxytricyclo[2.2.2.02,6]octane; 7-Norborneol (related structural analog); 7-Norbornanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[2.2.2]Octan-7-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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