Description

Syn-7-Bromobicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene is a specialized brominated norbornene derivative, a high-value synthetic intermediate prized for its strained bicyclic structure and reactive bromine substituent. This compound is critical for enabling complex organic transformations, particularly in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical scaffolds and novel materials. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries seeking to build intricate molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring strained ring systems for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides with unique modes of action.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi), and other catalytic cycles to introduce functionalized norbornyl units.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating novel chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies and exploring new reaction pathways in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Syn-7-Bromobicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene
CAS No.	20047-65-8
Molecular Formula	C7H9Br
Molecular Weight	173.05 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene; 7-Bromonorbornene; 2-Norbornen-7-yl bromide; 7-Bromo-2-norbornene; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene, 7-bromo-; 7-Bromobicyclo[2.2.1]-2-heptene; 7-BBN (common abbreviation); 7-Bromonorbornadiene (incorrect but sometimes used)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Syn-7-Bromobicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, GC analysis, and NMR spectroscopy to verify identity and composition. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available for each lot, confirming it meets the stringent specifications required for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.