Description

7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-2-Carboxylic Acid, Ethyl Ester is a specialized bicyclic oxanorbornene derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its unique strained ring system and functional group density make it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry, polymer science, and asymmetric synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) targeted drugs.
• Advanced Polymer Monomer: Used in ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) to create specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties for high-performance materials.
• Chiral Auxiliary/Synthon: Its rigid bicyclic framework is exploited in asymmetric synthesis to induce stereoselectivity in the creation of chiral molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its reactive olefin and ester functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a scaffold for designing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in transition metal catalysis and organic transformations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and material science research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-2-Carboxylic Acid, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	108586-21-6
Molecular Formula	C9H12O3
Molecular Weight	168.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylate; 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2,3-Dihydro-1,4-epoxy-1,4-methanonaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 1,4-Epoxy-1,4-dihydro-5,8-methanonaphthalene-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-diene-2-carboxylate (related); Oxanorbornene Ethyl Ester; Bicyclic Oxirane Ester.
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Quality Control

Our production of 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-2-Carboxylic Acid, Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency critical for research and scale-up processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

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). This compound is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be kept away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

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