Description

2,4,6-Cycloheptatriene-1-Carbonyl Chloride (6Ci,8Ci,9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity chemical intermediate characterized by its reactive carbonyl chloride functional group attached to a cycloheptatriene core. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the 2,4,6-cycloheptatrienecarbonyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for introducing complex cyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Advanced Material Development: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex, strained-ring systems and studying pericyclic reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed to synthesize specialized ligands for metal complexes used in catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,4,6-Cycloheptatriene-1-Carbonyl Chloride (6Ci,8Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	32399-48-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClO
Molecular Weight	152.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Tropone-2-carbonyl chloride; 2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-carbonyl chloride; 2-Oxocyclohepta-2,4,6-trienecarbonyl chloride; Tropolone-2-carbonyl chloride; 2-Carboxytropone chloride; 2-Tropolonyl carbonyl chloride; (2,4,6-Cycloheptatrienoyl) chloride; Heptatriene carbonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4,6-Cycloheptatriene-1-Carbonyl Chloride is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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