Description

2,6,6,8-Tetramethyltricyclo[5.3.1.0(1,5)]Undec-8-Ene is a high-purity, specialized tricyclic hydrocarbon with the CAS number 19069-48-8. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique and rigid molecular framework. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a rigid, polycyclic core structure.
• Fragrance and Flavor Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating unique musky, woody, or amber odorants due to its volatile and complex hydrocarbon nature.
• Advanced Material Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry to construct intricate polycyclic systems.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Utilized to create novel ligand frameworks for catalytic systems in asymmetric synthesis.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and research in chemical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6,6,8-Tetramethyltricyclo[5.3.1.0(1,5)]Undec-8-Ene
CAS No.	19069-48-8
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Tricyclo[5.3.1.0¹,⁵]undec-8-ene, 2,6,6,8-tetramethyl-; 2,6,6,8-Tetramethyltricyclo[5.3.1.0¹,⁵]undec-8-ene; 19069-48-8; Tetramethyltricycloundecene; Isobornyl isobutyrate related hydrocarbon; Cedrene isomer; Tricyclic C15 hydrocarbon.
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Quality Control

Our 2,6,6,8-Tetramethyltricyclo[5.3.1.0(1,5)]Undec-8-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage or after opening to maintain purity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 2.0%
Total Impurities (GC)	≤ 5.0%

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