Description

1,1'-Bi(Cycloheptane) is a specialized organic compound featuring two cycloheptane rings linked at the 1-position. This unique bicyclic structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring rigid, lipophilic bicyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific hydrocarbon skeleton can influence biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor or backbone for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties due to its bulky, aliphatic structure.
• Organic Electronic Materials Research: Explored as a component in the development of organic semiconductors or charge-transport materials, where its structure can modulate packing and electronic properties.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Potential use as a starting material for synthesizing complex musk-like or woody fragrance compounds.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Research: Studied for its potential to modify the physical characteristics of high-performance lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Bi(Cycloheptane)
CAS No.	23183-11-1
Molecular Formula	C14H26
Molecular Weight	194.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Bicycloheptyl; Di(cycloheptyl); 1,1'-Dicycloheptyl; Bicycloheptyl, 1,1'-; 1-Cycloheptylcycloheptane; Heptane, 1,1'-bi(cyclo-); (Cycloheptyl)cycloheptane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Bi(Cycloheptane) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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