Description

8-Oxabicyclo[5.1.0]Octan-2-One, 7-Methyl- is a specialized bicyclic lactone compound featuring a unique oxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane skeleton. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its complex, strained ring structure, making it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the construction of novel active molecules and complex natural product analogs.

Application

This advanced chemical intermediate serves key roles in sophisticated synthetic pathways across several high-tech sectors.

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its unique structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable scaffold for constructing complex natural products and other stereochemically rich molecules in academic and industrial research.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for developing novel polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex macrocyclic musks or other specialty aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Oxabicyclo[5.1.0]Octan-2-One, 7-Methyl-
CAS No.	360767-28-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-8-oxabicyclo[5.1.0]octan-2-one; 7-Methyl-8-oxabicyclo[5.1.0]octan-2-one; 8-Oxabicyclo[5.1.0]octan-2-one, 7-methyl-; 360767-28-8; 7-Methyl-8-oxa-bicyclo[5.1.0]octan-2-one; Methyl-oxabicyclooctanone; 7-Methyloxepan-2-one (related linear form); Bicyclic lactone derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 8-Oxabicyclo[5.1.0]Octan-2-One, 7-Methyl- adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.