Description

2-(1-Adamantyl)Oxirane is a high-value, functionalized adamantane derivative characterized by its reactive oxirane (epoxide) ring. This compound matters as a versatile and robust building block for synthesizing advanced materials and pharmaceuticals, offering enhanced thermal and chemical stability due to the rigid adamantane cage. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the development of novel antiviral, neurological, and cardiovascular drugs, leveraging the adamantyl group's lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced fungicides and pesticides where the adamantane structure contributes to weather resistance and prolonged activity.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing high-performance epoxy resins, coatings, and adhesives with improved thermal and mechanical properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic frameworks, dendrimers, and liquid crystals for electronic and optical applications.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a precursor for other functionalized adamantane derivatives, such as amines and alcohols, via ring-opening reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Adamantyl)Oxirane
CAS No.	28173-62-8
Molecular Formula	C12H18O
Molecular Weight	178.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Oxiran-2-yl)adamantane; 2-Adamantan-1-yl-oxirane; Adamantyloxirane; 1-Adamantyloxirane; 1-(2-Oxiranyl)adamantane; 1-Epoxyethyladamantane; 2-(Tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]dec-1-yl)oxirane; 1-Glycidyladamantane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(1-Adamantyl)Oxirane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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