Description

6-Nitrotricyclo[2.2.1.01,4]Heptan-2-One is a specialized nitrated ketone derivative of the tricyclic norbornane skeleton, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its unique strained polycyclic structure with a nitro functional group makes it a critical building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce complex stereochemistry and functional groups into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring rigid, three-dimensional frameworks.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitrated norbornane core can impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, nitro group reductions, and other transformations to construct complex polycyclic compounds for research and development.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated as a potential component in the design of novel, high-density energetic compounds due to its strained ring system and nitro functionality.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized for creating novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Nitrotricyclo[2.2.1.01,4]Heptan-2-One
CAS No.	56666-50-3
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight	153.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-2-tricyclo[2.2.1.01,4]heptanone; 2-Norbornanone, 6-nitro-; 6-Nitrobicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one (related); Nitronorbornanone; 6-Nitro-2-norbornanone; 1,4-Methano-5H-cyclopenta[c]furan-7(6H)-one, 6-nitro-; 6-Nitrotricyclo[2.2.1.0¹,⁴]heptan-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Nitrotricyclo[2.2.1.01,4]Heptan-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and process development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Maximum Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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