Description

1,2,3,4,5,8,9,9,10,10,11,11-Dodecafluoro-1,4,5,8-Tetrahydro-6,7-Dimethyl-1α,4α-Ethano-5β,8β-Methanonaphthalene is a highly fluorinated, cage-like organic compound with a complex polycyclic structure. This unique molecular architecture, characterized by its high fluorine content and rigid framework, makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for specialized chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

This fluorinated methanonaphthalene derivative serves as a critical building block in sophisticated chemical manufacturing processes. Its applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly where fluorination is desired to modulate bioavailability, metabolic stability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in developing next-generation herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Employed in creating specialty polymers, resins, and coatings that require high thermal stability, chemical resistance, and unique surface properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Its rigid, three-dimensional structure makes it a candidate for designing novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis and organometallic complexes.
• Fluorinated Liquid Crystal Research: Investigated as a core component for developing new fluorinated liquid crystal materials with specific electro-optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4,5,8,9,9,10,10,11,11-Dodecafluoro-1,4,5,8-Tetrahydro-6,7-Dimethyl-1α,4α-Ethano-5β,8β-Methanonaphthalene
CAS No.	38339-69-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂F₁₂
Molecular Weight	432.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecafluoromethanonaphthalene derivative; Perfluorinated methanonaphthalene cage compound; 1,2,3,4,5,8,9,9,10,10,11,11-Dodecafluoro-1,4,5,8-tetrahydro-6,7-dimethyl-1,4-ethano-5,8-methanonaphthalene; Hexafluoropropylene trimer derivative; Fluorinated Diels-Alder adduct; Cage hydrocarbon fluoride; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of this advanced fluorochemical intermediate adheres to strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with each shipment. We support development and scale-up with custom purity grades and documentation tailored to your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.