Description

Bicyclo[4.1.0]Hept-2-Ene-3-Carboxaldehyde, 7,7-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring a reactive aldehyde group on a strained cycloheptene framework. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile high-purity building block for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive aldehyde for cyclization and functionalization reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological chemistry research, including studies on ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP), cycloaddition reactions, and catalysis.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The rigid bicyclic structure can be functionalized to create novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis and organometallic complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[4.1.0]Hept-2-Ene-3-Carboxaldehyde, 7,7-Dimethyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	247911-68-8
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	7,7-Dimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-ene-3-carboxaldehyde; 7,7-Dimethyl-2-norcarene-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Formyl-7,7-dimethyl-2-norbornene; Bicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-ene-3-carboxaldehyde, 7,7-dimethyl-; 2-Norbornene-3-carboxaldehyde, 7,7-dimethyl-; (1R,6S)-7,7-Dimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-ene-3-carbaldehyde (stereoisomer); Norcarene aldehyde derivative
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Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[4.1.0]Hept-2-Ene-3-Carboxaldehyde, 7,7-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 compliant manufacturing environments upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (High Purity Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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