Description

5-Chloro-2-Adamantanone is a halogenated derivative of adamantane, a versatile and structurally rigid organic compound. This functionalized ketone serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a valuable building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the stability of the adamantane core.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialty polymers, dendrimers, and other advanced materials with unique thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via further functionalization of the carbonyl and chloro groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Adamantanone
CAS No.	20098-17-3
Molecular Formula	C10H13ClO
Molecular Weight	184.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2-adamantanone; 2-Adamantanone, 5-chloro-; 5-Chlorotricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decan-2-one; 5-Chloro-2-tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decanone; 5-Chloroadamantan-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Adamantanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.