Description

Hexacyclo[4.4.3.02,4.05,7.08,10.011,13]Tridecane is a complex, polycyclic hydrocarbon with a unique cage-like molecular structure, making it a compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its rigid, three-dimensional framework serves as a valuable high-performance intermediate or building block for creating specialized materials and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors seeking novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a sophisticated core structure for the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with complex stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a key precursor in creating novel pesticides or herbicides with enhanced stability and efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its rigid, polycyclic nature.
• Catalyst Ligand Framework: Provides a unique backbone for designing novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• High-Energy Materials: Investigated as a potential component in the synthesis of advanced, high-density fuels or propellants.
• Organic Synthesis Standard: Utilized as a challenging synthetic target or a calibration standard in analytical and synthetic organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Hexacyclo[4.4.3.02,4.05,7.08,10.011,13]Tridecane
CAS No.	31859-55-9
Molecular Formula	C13H16
Molecular Weight	172.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexacyclo[4.4.3.0²,⁴.0⁵,⁷.0⁸,¹⁰.0¹¹,¹³]tridecane; 1,2:3,4:5,6:7,8:9,10:11,12-Hexabenzotricyclo[4.4.3.0²,⁴.0⁵,⁷.0⁸,¹⁰.0¹¹,¹³]tridecane (systematic); Cage hydrocarbon C13H16; Propellane derivative; [3.3.3]Propellane trimer (informal); Pentacyclo[6.4.0.02,7.04,11.05,10]dodecane (isomer reference); Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hexacyclo[4.4.3.02,4.05,7.08,10.011,13]Tridecane is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (High Purity Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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