Description

Ethanone, 1-(3-Methylbicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-dien-2-yl)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique norbornadiene-derived ketone structure, making it a valuable synthon for advanced chemical synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is critical for research and development in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, where precise molecular architecture is required. It serves the needs of synthetic chemists and process development scientists working on novel catalysts, ligands, and complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional frameworks.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in the research and development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its strained bicyclic structure.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Acts as a precursor for creating novel organometallic catalysts and chiral ligands used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new generation herbicides and pesticides with unique modes of action.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as an intermediate for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals with complex, woody, or amber notes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cycloaddition reactions and strain-release chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-(3-Methylbicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-dien-2-yl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	107653-80-5
Molecular Formula	C10H12O
Molecular Weight	148.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Methyl-2,5-norbornadien-2-yl)ethanone; 3-Methylbicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-dien-2-yl methyl ketone; 2-Acetyl-3-methyl-2,5-norbornadiene; 3-Methyl-2-norbornadien-2-yl methyl ketone; 1-(3-Methyl-2,5-norbornadien-2-yl)ethan-1-one
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Quality Control

Our Ethanone, 1-(3-Methylbicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-dien-2-yl)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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