Description

2-[[(6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-2-En-2-Yl)Methoxy]Methyl]Oxirane is a high-purity, specialized epoxide derivative of pinene, designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique bicyclic terpene-derived structure, which serves as a versatile building block for creating novel polymers, resins, and fine chemicals with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemical, fragrance, and advanced material sectors for developing new products with enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel pesticides and herbicides, where its rigid bicyclic structure can contribute to unique biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals and terpene-based flavor compounds, leveraging its pinene backbone.
• Advanced Polymer & Resin Modifier: Functions as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in epoxy resin formulations, specialty adhesives, and coatings to modify flexibility, adhesion, and thermal stability.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial research settings.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in developing novel monomers for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or other functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[[(6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-2-En-2-Yl)Methoxy]Methyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	1005266-30-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	222.32 g/mol
Synonyms	((6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-en-2-yl)methoxy)methyloxirane; 2-[(Pin-2-en-10-ylmethoxy)methyl]oxirane; Glycidyl pinyl ether; Oxirane, 2-[[(6,6-dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-en-2-yl)methoxy]methyl]-; Pinene glycidyl ether; Terpene-based epoxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-[[(6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-2-En-2-Yl)Methoxy]Methyl]Oxirane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical parameters are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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