Description

1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachlorobicyclo(2.2.1)Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a highly functionalized chlorinated bicyclic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its unique polyhalogenated norbornene structure makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing advanced agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymers. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and advanced material sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive chlorinated sites.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and flame-retardant properties.
• Chemical Research: Essential reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry studies.
• Material Science: Precursor for advanced functional materials, including liquid crystals and organic electronic components.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized halogenated dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachlorobicyclo(2.2.1)Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	115565-70-3
Molecular Formula	C8H4Cl6O2
Molecular Weight	349.84 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexachloronorbornene-2-carboxylic Acid; 5-Norbornene-2-carboxylic Acid, 1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-; 1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachloro-2-carboxybicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene; Hexachlorobicycloheptenecarboxylic Acid; HCBHCA; CAS 115565-70-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachlorobicyclo(2.2.1)Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are clearly labeled and handling follows appropriate safety protocols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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