Description

3-Oxatricyclo[3.2.2.02,4]Nonane is a specialized bicyclic ether compound with a unique bridged oxygen-containing structure. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex, three-dimensional frameworks. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, especially those requiring rigid, oxygen-containing heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its unique structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, and other transformations to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use in the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals with woody or camphoraceous notes.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The oxygen atom can coordinate to metals, making it useful for designing novel ligands in catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Oxatricyclo[3.2.2.02,4]Nonane
CAS No.	278-84-2
Molecular Formula	C8H12O
Molecular Weight	124.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Oxatricyclo[3.2.2.02,4]nonane; Bicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-en-2-one, 1,4-epoxy-; 1,4-Epoxybicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-en-2-one; 3-Oxatricyclo[3.2.2.0²,⁴]nonane; 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-en-2-one; 2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-en-3-one (isomer); Tricyclo[3.2.2.02,4]nonan-3-one, 1-oxa-
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Quality Control

Our 3-Oxatricyclo[3.2.2.02,4]Nonane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent chemical identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider using sealed containers under an inert atmosphere to prevent potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (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.