Description

Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-2,5-Dimethanol is a specialized, high-purity bicyclic diol derivative with a unique, rigid molecular framework. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate for synthesizing high-performance polymers, specialty resins, and complex pharmaceutical active ingredients. It is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop products with enhanced thermal stability and specific stereochemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a rigid, polycyclic core structure.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used to produce high-performance epoxy resins, polyesters, and polyurethanes, imparting improved hardness, thermal resistance, and chemical stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its complex hydrocarbon skeleton.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A potential monomer for creating specialty polymers used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and electronic encapsulants.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a diol cross-linker in coatings, adhesives, and elastomer formulations to enhance network density and performance.
• Fine Chemical & Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in organic synthesis to construct complex molecular architectures and as a backbone for chiral ligand systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-2,5-Dimethanol
CAS No.	28132-01-6
Molecular Formula	C13H22O2
Molecular Weight	210.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indene-2,5-dimethanol, octahydro-4,7-methano-; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2,5-dimethanol, 1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethano-; 2,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)tricyclo[5.2.1.02,6]decane; TCD Alcohol DM; TCD Diol; TCDDM; Norsorex Diol (related derivative); Tricyclodecanedimethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-2,5-Dimethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request and can support development projects requiring specific impurity profiles or custom specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The product is typically stable under these conditions for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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