Description

Endo-5-Vinylbicyclo(2,2,1)Hept-2-Ene CAS NO 117110-17-5 is a highly functionalized norbornene derivative, serving as a versatile and reactive building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its strained bicyclic structure and terminal vinyl group make it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, particularly for developing novel polymers, ligands, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional frameworks.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in Ring-Opening Metathesis Polymerization (ROMP) to produce specialty polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic frameworks, liquid crystals, and other functional materials.
• Catalyst & Ligand Design: Acts as a precursor for sophisticated ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A valuable intermediate for producing other high-value, specialty chemicals through Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Endo-5-Vinylbicyclo(2,2,1)Hept-2-Ene
CAS No.	117110-17-5
Molecular Formula	C9H12
Molecular Weight	120.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Vinyl-2-norbornene (endo-); endo-5-Ethenylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene; Vinylnorbornene; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene, 5-ethenyl-, (1R,2S,4R,5S)-rel-; 5-Vinylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene; Norbornene, 5-vinyl-; endo-Vinyl norbornene
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Quality Control

Our Endo-5-Vinylbicyclo(2,2,1)Hept-2-Ene is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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