Description

n-Hydroxy-5-Norbornene-2,3-Dicarboximide is a specialized bicyclic imide derivative, recognized for its reactive hydroxyl and imide functionalities. This compound serves as a versatile high-performance chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis, where its unique norbornene scaffold is highly valued. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules via Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Advanced Resin Formulations: A component in high-performance epoxy or polyimide resin systems for electronics and composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Hydroxy-5-Norbornene-2,3-Dicarboximide
CAS No.	307531-76-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO3
Molecular Weight	179.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Norbornene-2,3-dicarboximide, N-hydroxy-; N-Hydroxybicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2,3-dicarboximide; HONB; N-Hydroxy-5-norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid imide; 3a,4,7,7a-Tetrahydro-4,7-methano-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione, 2-hydroxy-; 2-Hydroxy-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-4,7-methano-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Hydroxy-5-Norbornene-2,3-Dicarboximide is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and commercial-grade specifications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.