Description

2-Tetrahydrofuranyloxy Carbonyl 5-Norbornene is a specialized norbornene derivative functionalized with a tetrahydrofuranyloxy carbonyl protecting group. This compound matters as a high-value, reactive intermediate designed for advanced polymer synthesis and organic transformations, offering chemists precise control over molecular architecture. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, advanced materials, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel products with tailored properties.

Application

• As a key monomer in the synthesis of advanced cyclic olefin copolymers (COC) with enhanced optical and thermal properties.
• In the development of photoresists and other electronic chemicals for the semiconductor manufacturing process.
• As a protected intermediate in multi-step organic synthesis for pharmaceutical active ingredients.
• For the functionalization of polymers to introduce specific chemical handles for further modification.
• In academic and industrial research exploring novel ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) catalysts and reactions.
• As a building block for creating specialty adhesives and coatings with unique performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Tetrahydrofuranyloxy Carbonyl 5-Norbornene
CAS No.	230297-45-7
Molecular Formula	C13H18O3
Molecular Weight	222.28 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Norbornene-2-carboxylic acid, 2-(tetrahydro-2-furanyl) ester; 2-(Tetrahydrofuran-2-yloxy)carbonylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene; THFOC-NB; 2-THFOC-Norbornene; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carboxylic acid tetrahydrofuran-2-yl ester; Norbornene THF ester; 2-THFOC-5-Norbornene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Tetrahydrofuranyloxy Carbonyl 5-Norbornene is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

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.