Description

1-Phenyltricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]Decan-2-Ol is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique adamantane-derived core structure modified with a phenyl substituent. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced material science and pharmaceutical research, offering a rigid, lipophilic scaffold. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and material science industries for synthesizing novel compounds with enhanced thermal stability and specific steric properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, due to its ability to enhance blood-brain barrier penetration.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in the development of high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and organic semiconductors where its rigid, three-dimensional structure imparts desirable thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a core component in the design of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its stability and potential for functionalization.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: The structure can be modified to create sophisticated ligands for asymmetric catalysis in fine chemical synthesis.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck couplings, to introduce the phenyl-adamantyl moiety into complex molecules.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Phenyltricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]Decan-2-Ol
CAS No.	40571-15-1
Molecular Formula	C16H20O
Molecular Weight	228.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Phenyl-2-adamantanol; 2-Hydroxy-1-phenyladamantane; 1-Phenyl-2-hydroxyadamantane; 1-Phenyl-2-adamantyl alcohol; 2-Phenyl-2-adamantanol; 1-Phenyltricyclo[3.3.1.1³,⁷]decan-2-ol; NSC 338258
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Phenyltricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]Decan-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades from technical to research (≥95%) and high-purity (≥98%) standards upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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