Description

1,5-Diazabicyclo[3.3.3]undecane is a highly versatile bicyclic amidine compound, recognized for its exceptional utility as a strong, non-nucleophilic organic base. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate challenging deprotonation and condensation reactions without acting as a nucleophile, making it indispensable for synthesizing sensitive intermediates. This product is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for catalyst synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: As a key reagent and catalyst in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for reactions requiring a strong, non-nucleophilic base.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a catalyst in the polymerization of lactones, carbonates, and other monomers to produce high-performance polymers and plastics.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as an efficient catalyst for Baylis-Hillman reactions, Henry reactions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming transformations.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex pesticide and herbicide molecules where selective deprotonation is required.
• Ligand and Complex Formation: Acts as a precursor or ligand in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other coordination compounds.
• Research & Development: A fundamental tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Diazabicyclo[3.3.3]undecane
CAS No.	283-58-9
Molecular Formula	C9H16N2
Molecular Weight	152.24 g/mol
Synonyms	DBU (1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene) - Note: Common but incorrect; this is a different isomer; 1,5-Diazabicycloundecane; Triethylenediamine derivative; Bicyclo[3.3.3]undecane, 1,5-diaza-; Amidinoamine base
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,5-Diazabicyclo[3.3.3]undecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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