Description

Dipotassium 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2,3-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity, water-soluble salt derivative of a key norbornene-type bicyclic intermediate. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile and reactive building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and specialty polymers. It is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce functionalized bicyclic structures into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a functionalized norbornene scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: A key building block for synthesizing complex fragrance compounds, dyes, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipotassium 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2,3-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	68758-80-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8K2O5
Molecular Weight	274.36 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, dipotassium salt; Dipotassium 7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2,3-dicarboxylate; 5-Norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, 7-oxa-, dipotassium salt; K2-7-Oxanorbornene-2,3-dicarboxylate; Dipotassium oxanorbornenedicarboxylate; 7-Oxa-2,3-norbornanedicarboxylic acid dipotassium salt
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Quality Control

Our Dipotassium 7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2,3-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	Contact for details

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