Description

Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-2-Methanol is a high-purity, specialized bicyclic organic compound valued for its unique structural framework. This chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a rigid, functionalized scaffold. It is primarily sought by research and development teams and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for creating novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex, polycyclic core structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its stable bicyclic system can contribute to bioactive molecule design.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthetic musks and other specialty aroma chemicals due to its camphor-like structural motifs.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystals where its rigid backbone can influence material properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a chiral pool starting material or ligand precursor in asymmetric synthesis for academic and industrial research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-2-Methanol
CAS No.	64644-36-6
Molecular Formula	C11H18O
Molecular Weight	166.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxymethyl-1,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-methanol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-; 1,4-Methano-1H-indene-2-methanol, octahydro-; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptanemethanol
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Quality Control

Our Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-2-Methanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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.

Specification

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

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