Description

1,2,3,4,9,9-Hexachloro-1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,8-Dione is a halogenated polycyclic compound that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique bridged naphthalene dione structure, functionalized with multiple chlorine atoms, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its chlorinated polycyclic structure for bioactive molecule development.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a sophisticated precursor in medicinal chemistry for creating potential drug candidates with complex, multi-ring frameworks.
• Material Science: Used in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, halogenated core.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a dienophile or electrophile in Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions to construct intricate polycyclic systems.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Explored as a backbone for creating novel chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,2,3,4,9,9-Hexachloro-1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,8-Dione
CAS No.	2591-92-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₄Cl₆O₂
Molecular Weight	394.87 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexachloro-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene-5,8-dione; 1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,8-dione, 1,2,3,4,9,9-hexachloro-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-; 5,8-Dichloro-1,2,3,4,9,9-hexachloro-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene; Hexachloromethanonaphthalenedione; 2591-92-6; NSC 28693
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,9,9-Hexachloro-1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,8-Dione is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or pilot-scale requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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