Description

3A,4,4A,5,8,8A,9,9A-Octahydro-4,9:5,8-Dimethano-1H-Benz[F]Indene is a complex, polycyclic hydrocarbon with a unique bridged structure, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, cage-like framework makes it an essential building block for creating specialized polymers, pharmaceuticals, and high-performance materials. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel compounds with specific structural and functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with complex stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific three-dimensional architectures.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing unique musk-like or amber-based fragrance compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cycloaddition and rearrangement reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3A,4,4A,5,8,8A,9,9A-Octahydro-4,9:5,8-Dimethano-1H-Benz[F]Indene
CAS No.	7158-25-0
Molecular Formula	C15H18
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-Octahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene; Dicyclopentadiene Dimer Hydrogenated; Hexahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene, Tetrahydro Derivative; 4,9:5,8-Dimethano-1H-benz[f]indene, octahydro-; 1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalene, 1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-; (3aR,4S,4aS,5R,8S,8aS,9S,9aR)-Octahydro-4,9:5,8-dimethano-1H-benz[f]indene (stereoisomer).
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3A,4,4A,5,8,8A,9,9A-Octahydro-4,9:5,8-Dimethano-1H-Benz[F]Indene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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