Description

Norbornane,5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-Epoxy-(8Ci) is a specialized, high-value epoxide derivative of norbornane, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained bicyclic structure with reactive epoxide and chloromethyl functionalities makes it an indispensable intermediate for creating polymers and fine chemicals with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, functionalized norbornane scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure contributes to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Advanced Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing high-performance epoxy resins, adhesives, and coatings with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Material Manufacturing: Employed in the creation of liquid crystals, optical materials, and other specialty chemicals that benefit from its specific stereochemistry and reactivity.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and developing novel molecular architectures in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Norbornane,5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-Epoxy-(8Ci)
CAS No.	5628-74-0
Molecular Formula	C8H11ClO
Molecular Weight	158.62 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-epoxynorbornane; 2,3-Epoxy-5-(chloromethyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; 5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-epoxybicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; 2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 5-(chloromethyl)-; Norbornane, 5-(chloromethyl)-2,3-epoxy-; 5-Chloromethyl-2,3-epoxynorbornane; 2,3-Epoxynorbornane-5-methyl chloride; 5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-epoxynorbornane (8CI)
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Quality Control

Our production of Norbornane,5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-Epoxy-(8Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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