Description

[3-(Hydroxymethyl)Bicyclo[1.1.1]Pentan-1-Yl]Methanol is a highly functionalized, rigid bicyclic diol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique [1.1.1]propellane-derived structure offers a compact, three-dimensional scaffold that is valuable for creating novel molecular architectures with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, polymer cross-linking, and ligand design.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key rigid spacer or linker in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating constrained peptides and bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing high-performance, rigid polymers and thermosetting resins with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new crop protection agents with unique modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Provides a sterically defined, polyfunctional core for constructing sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the design of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and other advanced porous materials.
• Chemical Probe Synthesis: Utilized in medicinal chemistry to create tool compounds for investigating biological pathways and protein function.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[3-(Hydroxymethyl)Bicyclo[1.1.1]Pentan-1-Yl]Methanol
CAS No.	1678528-03-4
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane; Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane-1,3-dimethanol; [1.1.1]Propellane-1,3-dimethanol; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)bicyclo[1.1.1]pentan-1-ylmethanol; BCP-diol; 1,3-BCP-dimethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [3-(Hydroxymethyl)Bicyclo[1.1.1]Pentan-1-Yl]Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our commitment to quality supports research and development requiring high-purity, well-characterized building blocks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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