Description

2-[Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptan-2-Yl]-4,6-Dimethylphenol is a specialized phenolic compound featuring a norbornane (bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane) substituent, which imparts unique steric and electronic properties. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis and polymer stabilization. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring the rigid, lipophilic norbornane scaffold for targeted biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced pesticides and herbicides with enhanced environmental stability and efficacy.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as an antioxidant and stabilizer in specialty polymers, including engineering plastics and elastomers, to prevent thermal and oxidative degradation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic frameworks, liquid crystals, and other functional materials due to its distinct molecular geometry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or protecting group in complex multi-step organic syntheses for high-value chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptan-2-Yl]-4,6-Dimethylphenol
CAS No.	4755-13-9
Molecular Formula	C15H20O
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Norbornyl)-4,6-dimethylphenol; 2-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl)-4,6-dimethylphenol; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-(2-norbornyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-(bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl)-4,6-dimethyl-; 2-Norbornyl-4,6-xylenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptan-2-Yl]-4,6-Dimethylphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.