Description

2-Aminobenzonorbornene is a specialized, high-value bicyclic amine derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique rigid norbornene framework fused with an aniline moiety makes it an indispensable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and sophisticated ligands for catalysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and other therapeutic areas.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for enantioselective synthesis, enhancing the efficiency of producing single-isomer compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Material Science: A monomer or functional additive in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in cycloaddition reactions and strain-release functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminobenzonorbornene
CAS No.	58742-04-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carbonitrile, Benzonorbornen-2-amine; 2-Amino-5,6-benzonorbornene; 5,6-Benzo-2-aminonorbornene; 2-Amino-1,4-dihydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carbonitrile, 2-amino-; 2-Amino-2-cyanobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminobenzonorbornene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and specific 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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