Description

Exo-2-Chloronorbornane is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring a chlorine substituent in the exo configuration. This unique structural motif makes it a valuable and versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures. Its defined stereochemistry is critical for applications requiring high enantiomeric purity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for neurologically active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel pesticides and herbicides where the norbornane skeleton contributes to biological activity.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Provides a rigid, chiral framework for the development of novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to introduce complexity and stereochemistry into target molecules.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for synthesizing polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing compounds with complex, bicyclic terpene-like structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Exo-2-Chloronorbornane
CAS No.	765-91-3
Molecular Formula	C7H11Cl
Molecular Weight	130.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-exo-Chloronorbornane; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2-chloro-, exo-; exo-2-Chlorobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; NSC 60545; 2-Chloronorbornane (exo-); exo-Norcamphor chloride; 1,4-Methano-1H-indene, hexahydro-2-chloro-, exo-
EINECS	212-163-1

Quality Control

Our Exo-2-Chloronorbornane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and metals. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be kept under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is anticipated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
exo-Isomer Content (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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