Description

5-Fluoro-2-Adamantanone is a high-value fluorinated adamantane derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its rigid, cage-like adamantane structure, modified with a fluorine atom and a ketone group, makes it an essential building block for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating new active ingredients, as well as by material scientists exploring advanced polymers and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral research, where the adamantane scaffold is prized.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where fluorination can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing monomers and additives to create high-performance polymers with specific thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures, leveraging its reactive ketone group for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Investigated for use in creating novel ligands and organocatalysts due to its unique three-dimensional steric and electronic profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-Adamantanone
CAS No.	41171-83-9
Molecular Formula	C10H13FO
Molecular Weight	168.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoroadamantan-2-one; 2-Adamantanone, 5-fluoro-; 5-Fluoro-2-adamantyl ketone; 5-Fluorotricyclo[3.3.1.1³,⁷]decan-2-one; 5-Fluoroadamantane-2-one; 5-Fluoro-2-oxoadamantane; 5-Fluoro-2-ketoadamantane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-2-Adamantanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to cGMP principles and relevant ISO standards ensures a reliable supply of high-purity material for your most demanding applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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