Description

2-Epoxymethyleneadamantane is a high-value, functionalized adamantane derivative characterized by its unique bridged polycyclic structure and reactive epoxide group. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors for developing novel active compounds and polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel antiviral agents, central nervous system (CNS) drugs, and other bioactive molecules leveraging the adamantane scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating new generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced stability and efficacy.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing high-performance, heat-resistant polymers and specialty resins.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Valuable epoxide substrate for ring-opening reactions, enabling the introduction of the adamantyl group into complex molecular architectures.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Research & Development: Essential compound for academic and industrial R&D focused on medicinal chemistry and new material discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Epoxymethyleneadamantane
CAS No.	24759-97-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O
Molecular Weight	162.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Oxiranylmethylenebicyclo[3.3.1]decane; Adamantane, 2-(oxiranylmethylene)-; 2-(Oxiranylmethylene)adamantane; 2-Methyleneadamantane epoxide; 2-(Oxiran-2-ylmethylene)adamantane; 2-Epoxymethylenebicyclo[3.3.1]decane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Epoxymethyleneadamantane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request. We support our clients' regulatory needs for pharmaceutical and advanced material applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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