Description

9-(1-Methylethylidene)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene-2,2,3,3-Tetracarbonitrile is a specialized, high-value organic intermediate characterized by its unique bridged polycyclic structure and multiple nitrile functional groups. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific activity profiles.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and high-performance materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry to create novel carbon skeletons.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts due to its rigid, multi-dentate potential.
• Chemical Research Standard: Supplied as a high-purity reference material for analytical method development and spectroscopic studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	9-(1-Methylethylidene)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene-2,2,3,3-Tetracarbonitrile
CAS No.	55723-84-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₂N₄
Molecular Weight	284.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Methanonaphthalene-2,2,3,3-tetracarbonitrile, 9-(1-methylethylidene)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-; 9-Isopropylidene-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene-2,2,3,3-tetracarbonitrile; 9-(Propan-2-ylidene)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene-2,2,3,3-tetracarbonitrile; Bridged naphthalene tetranitrile derivative; DCPD-based tetranitrile (DCPD: Dicyclopentadiene)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 9-(1-Methylethylidene)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene-2,2,3,3-Tetracarbonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification parameters are provided with each shipment. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 compliant manufacturing practices for research and development applications.

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. The compound may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to moisture and strong bases; handle and store under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen for long-term stability.

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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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