Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-7-Carboxaldehyde, 1-Methyl-6-Oxo-, Anti- (9Ci) is a specialized, high-value norbornene derivative featuring both aldehyde and ketone functional groups, making it a versatile chiral building block for advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid bicyclic framework and defined stereochemistry are critical for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise spatial orientation. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients, as well as in materials science for creating specialty polymers and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides where the norbornene skeleton contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex fragrance molecules, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Materials Science Research: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-7-Carboxaldehyde, 1-Methyl-6-Oxo-, Anti- (9Ci)
CAS No.	178491-47-9
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-6-oxobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-7-carboxaldehyde, anti-; anti-1-Methyl-6-oxobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-7-carbaldehyde; 7-Formyl-1-methyl-2-norbornen-6-one, anti-; anti-7-Carbaldehyde-1-methyl-2-norbornen-6-one; (1R,2S,4R)-1-Methyl-6-oxobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-7-carbaldehyde; (1S,2R,4S)-1-Methyl-6-oxobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-7-carbaldehyde; Norbornene carboxaldehyde derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-7-Carboxaldehyde, 1-Methyl-6-Oxo-, Anti- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (anti-isomer)
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Diastereomeric Ratio (anti/syn)	≥ 95:5
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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