Description

2,2-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane is a specialized bicyclic hydrocarbon with a unique, rigid molecular framework. This compound serves as a valuable high-purity intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. It is primarily utilized by industries focused on developing fine chemicals, specialty polymers, and high-performance materials where its specific steric and chemical properties are critical.

Application

• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Acts as a key chiral or sterically hindered intermediate for synthesizing complex pharmaceutical candidates and agrochemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used in the research and development of novel synthetic aroma chemicals with unique olfactory profiles.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and specific mechanical properties.
• Materials Research: Employed in the development of liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and other functional materials.
• Catalysis Research: Utilized as a ligand precursor or a model substrate in organometallic chemistry and catalytic process development.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for gas chromatography (GC) and other analytical methods in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane
CAS No.	6248-85-7
Molecular Formula	C9H16
Molecular Weight	124.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethylnorbornane; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2,2-dimethyl-; 2,2-Dimethyl-2-norbornane; NSC 74155; 2,2-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; 2,2-Dimethylnorcamphene
EINECS	228-391-9

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency through rigorous analytical controls including GC, GC-MS, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.85 - 0.87
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.455 - 1.465

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