Description

7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Heptan-2-One,5,6-Difluoro-,(Exo,Exo)-(9Ci) is a high-value, stereochemically defined fluorinated bicyclic lactone, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its unique exo,exo configuration and fluorine substitution pattern make it indispensable for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise spatial orientation. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, where its scaffold provides a versatile platform for further functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers and advanced materials with unique thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a test substrate in the development of new catalytic systems for stereoselective transformations.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Serves as a model compound in academic and industrial research to study the effects of gem-difluoro substitution on the reactivity and conformation of bridged bicyclic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Heptan-2-One,5,6-Difluoro-,(Exo,Exo)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	190720-96-8
Molecular Formula	C6H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	148.11 g/mol
Synonyms	(Exo,Exo)-5,6-Difluoro-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one; 5,6-Difluoro-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one, exo,exo-; (1S,2S,4R)-5,6-Difluoro-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one; (1R,2R,4S)-5,6-Difluoro-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one; Difluorinated Bicyclic Lactone; exo,exo-Difluoro Oxanorbornanone
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Quality Control

Our 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Heptan-2-One,5,6-Difluoro-,(Exo,Exo)-(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity, enantiomeric/excess, and structural integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be sensitive to moisture and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (exo,exo)
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.