Description

3-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl)-1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Propan-2-Ol is a specialized fluorinated organic compound featuring a norbornene core, making it a valuable building block for advanced material synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a rigid bicyclic framework with multiple trifluoromethyl groups, is engineered to impart exceptional chemical stability and specific electronic properties to final products. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for creating novel polymers, liquid crystals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), particularly where fluorination enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating high-performance, fluorinated polymers with enhanced thermal, chemical, and weathering resistance.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies, leveraging its rigid norbornene structure to influence mesomorphic properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the discovery and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorinated groups can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Specialty Additives: Incorporated into formulations for coatings, lubricants, or surfactants to provide unique surface properties, such as oil and water repellency.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a precursor for materials used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or semiconductors due to its potential charge-transport characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl)-1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Propan-2-Ol
CAS No.	196314-61-1
Molecular Formula	C12H12F6O
Molecular Weight	286.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-yl)-1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-propanol; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-(5-norbornen-2-yl)-2-propanol; 2-(5-Norbornen-2-yl)-1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-propanol; Hexafluoro(5-norbornen-2-yl)isopropanol; Norbornene hexafluoroisopropanol derivative; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-hexafluoroisopropanol; HFA-NBE-OH; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl)-1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Propan-2-Ol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5% w/w
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.