Description

2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One, 2-Chloro-5-(Methylamino)- is a specialized organic compound featuring a functionalized tropone (cycloheptatrienone) core structure. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for building novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex fused-ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor in academic and industrial research for constructing seven-membered rings and functionalized aromatic compounds.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for the development of organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, or specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Useful as a probe or scaffold in the design of enzyme inhibitors or molecular recognition elements.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One, 2-Chloro-5-(Methylamino)-
CAS No.	7061-38-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	169.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-(methylamino)tropone; 5-(Methylamino)-2-chlorotropone; 2-Chloro-5-methylaminotropone; 2-Chloro-5-(methylamino)-2,4,6-cycloheptatrien-1-one; 2-Chloro-5-methylamino-2,4,6-cycloheptatrien-1-one; 5-(Methylamino)-2-chloro-2,4,6-cycloheptatrien-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply this high-value intermediate in research and development (R&D) grade with typical purities exceeding 95%. Every batch is characterized and verified using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to ensure structural identity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to support your critical R&D and scale-up activities.

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 compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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