Description

2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]Oct-5-Ene-3,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester is a high-purity, functionalized bicyclic ester compound with significant utility as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its unique strained bicyclic structure and reactive olefin make it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce novel functionality into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring rigid, three-dimensional scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its bicyclic core can impart specific biological activity and stability.
• Advanced Material Monomer: Serves as a specialized monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic compounds in academic and industrial research settings.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of specialty flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]Oct-5-Ene-3,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	24588-62-3
Molecular Formula	C12H16O5
Molecular Weight	240.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-ene-3,3-dicarboxylate; 3,3-Bis(ethoxycarbonyl)-2-oxabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-ene; 2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-ene-3,3-dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 3,3-Bis(carbethoxy)-2-oxabicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-ene; Bicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-ene-3,3-dicarboxylic Acid, 2-Oxa-, Diethyl Ester; 24588-62-3; DBED (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols and regulatory documentation needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. 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 (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.