Description

3-Chloro-1,3,5-cycloheptatriene is a specialized halogenated organic compound with a unique seven-membered ring structure, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. This chemical is prized for its reactivity, particularly in cycloaddition and substitution reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring functionalized seven-membered ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive chloro group for further derivatization.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers, ligands, and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated triene system.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile diene in Diels-Alder cycloaddition reactions and as an electrophile in cross-coupling reactions for academic and industrial R&D.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-1,3,5-cycloheptatriene
CAS No.	55619-05-1
Molecular Formula	C7H7Cl
Molecular Weight	126.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chlorocyclohepta-1,3,5-triene; 1H-Cyclohepta-1,3,5-triene, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloro-1,3,5-cycloheptatriene; Tropyl chloride (common name); 3-Chlorotropilidene; Chlorotropilidene
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-1,3,5-cycloheptatriene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its reactivity as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if specified for optimal long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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