Description

1,3,3-Trimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptane is a high-purity, highly volatile bicyclic hydrocarbon with a unique bridged structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor for synthesizing novel aroma chemicals and terpenoid-based flavor compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with complex ring systems.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry to construct intricate polycyclic frameworks in academic and industrial research.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Utilized in the synthesis of novel organometallic complexes and chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,3-Trimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptane
CAS No.	488-97-1
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-norbornanone (Ketone form); 1,3,3-Trimethylnorbornane; Trimethylnorbornane; Fenchane; 2,2,3-Trimethylnorbornane; exo-1,3,3-Trimethylnorbornan-2-ol (related alcohol); Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 1,3,3-trimethyl-
EINECS	207-670-7

Quality Control

Our 1,3,3-Trimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place at 15-25°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider keeping the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.1%

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