Description

1-(2,3-Dimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptan-3-yl)ethanone is a high-purity, specialized organic compound featuring a unique tricyclic hydrocarbon framework. This compound is valued for its complex, rigid molecular structure, making it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and fragrance chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and flavor & fragrance industries for developing novel molecules and complex aroma profiles.

Application

• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key chiral building block or intermediate for synthesizing complex pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used in the research and development of novel, high-value aroma chemicals with unique woody, amber, or musky olfactory characteristics.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties due to its rigid, cage-like structure.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Acts as a precursor for designing novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies in stereoselective synthesis and molecular design.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,3-Dimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptan-3-yl)ethanone
CAS No.	59300-51-5
Molecular Formula	C11H16O
Molecular Weight	164.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetyl-2,3-dimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptane; 2,3-Dimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptan-3-yl methyl ketone; 1-(2,3-Dimethyl-2,6-norbornyl)ethanone; Dimethylnorbornyl methyl ketone; Camphor derivative; Tricyclic ketone intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(2,3-Dimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]heptan-3-yl)ethanone adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (GC, HPLC, NMR). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.