Description

1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachlorobicyclo(2.2.1)-5-Heptene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is a specialized chlorinated bicyclic dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and functional additive. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which imparts specific reactivity and properties essential for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and polymer sectors for developing novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its chlorinated bicyclic structure.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a sophisticated precursor or scaffold in medicinal chemistry for developing new therapeutic agents and bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Functions as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent to enhance the thermal stability, flame retardancy, or chemical resistance of specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Flame Retardant Synergist: Acts as a component in flame-retardant formulations for plastics and textiles due to its high chlorine content.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing polydentate ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachlorobicyclo(2.2.1)-5-Heptene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7374-78-9
Molecular Formula	C9H4Cl6O4
Molecular Weight	388.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexachloro-5-norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; 1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachloro-5-norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; 5-Norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, 1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-; HET Acid (common industry abbreviation); Chlorendic Acid (related isomer); Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, 1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-; Hexachloronorbornenedicarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,4,5,6,7,7-Hexachlorobicyclo(2.2.1)-5-Heptene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid adheres to a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure consistent purity and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). The product is stable under these conditions but should be kept away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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