Description

Octahydro-2,5-Methano-1,6,7-Metheno-1H-Indene is a complex, polycyclic hydrocarbon with a unique bridged cage-like structure, serving as a valuable and versatile chemical intermediate. Its rigid, three-dimensional framework makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where precise molecular architecture is required. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical chemists, and manufacturers in the fragrance and agrochemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional scaffolds to interact with biological targets.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthetic musks and other aroma chemicals, leveraging its stable, polycyclic structure to contribute to long-lasting scent profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its unique geometry can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, resins, and liquid crystals that benefit from its rigid, cage-like molecular unit.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Valued in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex natural product analogs and other sophisticated organic compounds.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Utilized as a backbone for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octahydro-2,5-Methano-1,6,7-Metheno-1H-Indene
CAS No.	58008-63-2
Molecular Formula	C12H16
Molecular Weight	160.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-Octahydro-2,5-methano-1,6,7-metheno-1H-indene; 2,5-Methano-1,6,7-metheno-1H-indene, octahydro-; Tricyclo[5.2.1.02,6]decane, 3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-; 3a,4,7,7a-Tetrahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene, hexahydro derivative; Hexahydro-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene; Cage hydrocarbon C12H16
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Quality Control

We maintain rigorous quality control protocols for all our chemical intermediates. Production is monitored against stringent in-house specifications to ensure batch-to-batch consistency, identity, and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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