Description

1-Adamantyl Bromomethyl Ketone is a high-value, functionalized adamantane derivative that serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique rigid cage structure and reactive bromomethyl ketone moiety make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and viral diseases, leveraging the adamantane scaffold's lipophilic and rigid properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the adamantyl group can enhance stability and bioavailability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers, resins, and dendrimers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed to create sophisticated ligand systems for catalysis and molecular recognition studies in both academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing fluorescent tags, photoaffinity labels, and other molecular probes to study biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Adamantyl Bromomethyl Ketone
CAS No.	5122-82-7
Molecular Formula	C13H19BrO
Molecular Weight	271.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Adamantan-1-yl-2-bromoethanone; 2-Bromo-1-(1-adamantyl)ethanone; 1-(1-Adamantyl)-2-bromoethanone; Bromomethyl 1-Adamantyl Ketone; Adamant-1-yl Bromomethyl Ketone; 1-(Adamantan-1-yl)-2-bromoethan-1-one; 2-Bromo-1-tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]dec-1-ylethanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Adamantyl Bromomethyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.