Description

2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]Octane-4-Carbaldehyde is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring a unique oxabicyclo[2.2.2]octane scaffold with a reactive aldehyde functional group. This structure makes it a valuable and versatile high-purity building block for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with complex stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for developing new synthetic routes and catalytic processes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The rigid bicyclic framework can be utilized to develop novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]Octane-4-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1212021-23-2
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]octane-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Formyl-2-oxabicyclo[2.2.2]octane; Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-4-carbaldehyde, 2-oxa-; 2-Oxa-bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-4-carbaldehyde; 4-Carbaldehyde-2-oxabicyclo[2.2.2]octane
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Quality Control

We supply 2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]Octane-4-Carbaldehyde in high-purity grades suitable for demanding research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is maintained. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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