Description

2,3,4,5,8-Pentachloro-3A,6,7,7A-Tetrahydro-1,6-Methano-1H-Indene is a specialized chlorinated hydrocarbon compound that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bridged polycyclic structure and high chlorine content make it a valuable precursor for the development of flame retardants, agrochemicals, and performance polymers. This high-purity intermediate is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the fine chemical and material science industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific thermal and chemical resistance properties.

Application

• Flame Retardant Synthon: A key building block for synthesizing novel, high-efficiency halogenated flame retardants used in plastics, textiles, and electronics.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its stable, chlorinated core structure.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce chlorine functionalities into polymer chains to enhance properties like flame resistance and chemical stability in specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex, polycyclic molecular architectures.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized chlorinated compounds for the dyes and pigments industry.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated as a synthetic intermediate for developing novel pharmacologically active molecules with unique scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5,8-Pentachloro-3A,6,7,7A-Tetrahydro-1,6-Methano-1H-Indene
CAS No.	69743-72-2
Molecular Formula	C10H5Cl5
Molecular Weight	320.41 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,7-Pentachloro-1,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene; Pentachlorotetrahydro-methanoindene; 1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalene, 1,2,3,4,7-pentachloro-1,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-; Octahydro-1,2,3,4,7-pentachloro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene; 1,2,3,4,7-Pentachlorooctahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene; 69743-72-2; Pentachloro-dimethanonaphthalene derivative.
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5,8-Pentachloro-3A,6,7,7A-Tetrahydro-1,6-Methano-1H-Indene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent composition suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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