Description

7-Norbornadienylbenzene is a specialized organic compound featuring a norbornadiene moiety fused to a benzene ring, creating a unique, rigid molecular architecture. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex, three-dimensional frameworks. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications in ligand design, polymer precursors, and the development of novel functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with complex stereochemistry.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, strained structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating unique ligands in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cycloaddition reactions and C-H functionalization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of high-value specialty chemicals and flavors/fragrances intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Norbornadienylbenzene
CAS No.	40156-12-5
Molecular Formula	C13H12
Molecular Weight	168.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Bicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-diene-2-phenyl; 2-Phenylbicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-diene; 2-Phenylnorbornadiene; 5-Phenylbicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-diene; Norbornadiene, 2-phenyl-; 2-Phenyl-2,5-norbornadiene
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Quality Control

Our 7-Norbornadienylbenzene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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