Description

Decahydro-4H-Cyclopentacyclooctene is a high-purity, saturated polycyclic hydrocarbon with a complex, rigid molecular structure. This compound serves as a valuable specialty intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and advanced materials science sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex, polycyclic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides with unique structural frameworks.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or starting material for high-performance polymers, resins, and specialty chemicals requiring rigid, saturated hydrocarbon cores.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying novel synthetic routes, cycloaddition reactions, and as a ligand precursor in catalysis.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Potential use as a starting material for synthesizing unique musk-like or woody fragrance compounds due to its stable, saturated structure.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decahydro-4H-Cyclopentacyclooctene
CAS No.	6663-95-2
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4H-Cyclopenta[1,2:3,4]dicyclooctene, decahydro-; Decahydro-4H-cyclopentacyclooctene; Bicyclo[3.3.0]octane, 1,2,3,3a,4,5,6,6a-octahydro-; Octahydro-1H-cyclopenta[3,4]cyclobuta[1,2-c]pentene; 1,2,3,3a,4,5,6,6a-Octahydrocyclopenta[3,4]cyclobuta[1,2-c]pentene
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Quality Control

Our Decahydro-4H-Cyclopentacyclooctene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the consistency and reliability required for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.