Description

7,18-Dioxabicyclo[15.1.0]octadecan-8-one is a high-purity, specialized macrocyclic compound featuring a unique bicyclic ether-ketone structure. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular frameworks and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel macrocyclic drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with tailored thermal, mechanical, or chemical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Investigated as a precursor for complex musk-like odorants or flavor components due to its macrocyclic structure.
• Material Science: Explored for use in advanced coatings, adhesives, and functional materials requiring specific ring structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	7,18-Dioxabicyclo[15.1.0]octadecan-8-One
CAS No.	67674-49-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₈O₃
Molecular Weight	268.39 g/mol
Synonyms	7,18-Dioxabicyclo[15.1.0]octadecan-8-one; Bicyclo[15.1.0]octadecane-8-one, 7,18-dioxa-; 67674-49-1; Macrocyclic ether-ketone; 8-Oxo-7,18-dioxabicyclo[15.1.0]octadecane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 7,18-Dioxabicyclo[15.1.0]octadecan-8-one is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for research and development purposes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our standard analytical methods include HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to confirm high chemical purity and structural integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.