Description

9-Borabicyclo[3.3.1]Nonane (9-BBN) is a highly versatile and widely used organoborane reagent, valued for its exceptional regioselectivity and stability in hydroboration reactions. Its primary commercial value lies in enabling the efficient and predictable synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in the production of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-purity building blocks for asymmetric synthesis and functional group transformations.

Application

• Asymmetric Synthesis: A key reagent for the stereoselective hydroboration of alkenes, crucial in creating chiral intermediates for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, including steroids and prostaglandins, due to its predictable reaction pathways.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of pesticides and herbicides where specific isomer purity is critical for efficacy.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring high regiochemical control.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a modifying agent or initiator in the synthesis of specialized polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Methodology Development: A staple reagent in research laboratories for developing new catalytic cycles and synthetic transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	9-Borabicyclo[3.3.1]Nonane
CAS No.	280-64-8
Molecular Formula	C8H15B
Molecular Weight	122.02 g/mol
Synonyms	9-BBN; 9-Borabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane; Borane, bicyclo[3.3.1]non-9-yl-; 9-BBN dimer; 9-Borabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane dimer; Bicyclo[3.3.1]non-9-ylborane; 9-Borabicyclononane; 9-BBN solution
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Borabicyclo[3.3.1]Nonane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and solvent content are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, the container must be kept sealed and allowed to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or solution
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0% (as dimer) / ≥ 0.5M (in solution)
Purity (HPLC/GC)	Contact for details

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