Description

(Z)-2-(3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)ethyl acetate is a high-purity, specialized organic ester featuring a rigid norbornane-derived framework. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate, prized for its unique steric and electronic properties that enable the synthesis of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis, fragrance development, and polymer science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bicyclic structure.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for unique woody, amber, or camphoraceous odorants in high-end perfumery.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a chiral auxiliary in stereoselective chemical transformations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-2-(3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)ethyl acetate
CAS No.	58437-70-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1Z)-3,3-Dimethyl-2-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptanylidene]ethyl acetate; (Z)-2-(3,3-Dimethyl-2-norbornylidene)ethyl acetate; 2-(3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)ethyl acetate, (Z)-; Ethyl acetate, 2-(3,3-dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)-, (Z)-; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2-(2-acetoxyethylidene)-3,3-dimethyl-, (1Z)-; (Z)-2-(3,3-Dimethyl-2-norbornylidene)ethanol acetate
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-2-(3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)ethyl acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and scale-up projects.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged use. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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