Description

Pentalene, Octahydro-2,5-Dinitro-, (2-α-,3A-α-,5-α-,6A-α-)- (9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity nitro-substituted bicyclic hydrocarbon derivative. This compound is valued for its unique stereochemistry and functional groups, making it a critical advanced intermediate in complex organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for developing novel active ingredients and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring stereochemically defined, polycyclic nitroalkane frameworks.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and insecticides, where its nitro and saturated ring structure can contribute to novel modes of action.
• Energetic Materials Precursor: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the research and development of high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) due to its nitro-functionalized, strained hydrocarbon backbone.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial research to create novel chiral ligands or catalyst scaffolds for asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials requiring precise molecular architecture.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentalene, Octahydro-2,5-Dinitro-, (2-α-,3A-α-,5-α-,6A-α-)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	169525-07-9
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2O4
Molecular Weight	200.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(2α,3aα,5α,6aα)-Octahydro-2,5-dinitropentalene; 2,5-Dinitrooctahydropentalene; 1,2,3,3a,4,5,6,6a-Octahydro-2,5-dinitropentalene; (2α,3aα,5α,6aα)-2,5-Dinitrohexahydro-1H-cyclopenta[c]furan; Pentalene, octahydro-2,5-dinitro-, (2α,3aα,5α,6aα)-; 169525-07-9
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Quality Control

Our production of Pentalene, Octahydro-2,5-Dinitro- adheres to stringent cGMP and ISO 9001 quality management principles. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis to confirm stereochemical integrity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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