Description

Bicyclo[4.3.0]Nonane is a saturated, bridged bicyclic hydrocarbon with a unique fused ring structure. This compound serves as a valuable and versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing musky or amber-type odorants and specialty aroma chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and other functional materials requiring specific steric properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile scaffold in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition processes to create more complex polycyclic systems.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: Its structure can be functionalized to create novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[4.3.0]Nonane
CAS No.	496-10-6
Molecular Formula	C9H16
Molecular Weight	124.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Hydrindane; Perhydroindene; Octahydro-1H-indene; Bicyclo[4.3.0]nonane; 1,2,3,3a,4,5,6,7-Octahydro-1H-indene; 2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,7a-Octahydro-1H-indene
EINECS	207-819-3

Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[4.3.0]Nonane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.470 - 1.480
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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