Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxaldehyde, 3-(1-Methylethyl)-, (1R,2S,3S,4S)- (9Ci) is a high-purity, chiral bicyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, functionalized norbornene-like structure makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex, three-dimensional molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis, chiral ligand development, and the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex, polycyclic frameworks.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective transformations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers for advanced polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for creating complex, naturally-inspired odorant and flavorant molecules.
• Academic & Process Chemistry: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis and scale-up process development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxaldehyde, 3-(1-Methylethyl)-, (1R,2S,3S,4S)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	271578-34-8
Molecular Formula	C11H16O
Molecular Weight	164.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S,3S,4S)-3-Isopropylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carboxaldehyde; (-)-3-Isopropyl-2-norbornenecarboxaldehyde; (1R,2S,3S,4S)-3-(Propan-2-yl)bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carbaldehyde; 3-Isopropyl-5-norbornene-2-carboxaldehyde; Chiral Norbornene Aldehyde Derivative; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our production of Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxaldehyde, 3-(1-Methylethyl)-, (1R,2S,3S,4S)- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is fully characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and chiral analysis to confirm identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; allow the container to reach ambient 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)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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