Description

2-Methyladamantane is a high-purity, diamondoid hydrocarbon with a unique cage-like molecular structure derived from the adamantane family. This compound is valued for its exceptional thermal stability and chemical inertness, making it a critical intermediate and building block in advanced material science and organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key scaffold in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapies.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Used in the development of high-performance polymers, lubricants, and thermally stable coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a rigid, three-dimensional core for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal and materials chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of new-generation pesticides and herbicides with improved stability.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized to create novel ligands and catalysts for stereoselective organic reactions.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for chromatography and spectroscopic calibration.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyladamantane
CAS No.	700-56-1
Molecular Formula	C11H18
Molecular Weight	150.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyltricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane; 2-Methyl-1-adamantane; NSC 406917; Adamantane, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyladamantane; 2-Methyl-1-adamantyl
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyladamantane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	~ 240 - 245 °C

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