Description

(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl)Methyl 2-Chloroacrylate is a specialized bifunctional monomer featuring both a reactive norbornene moiety and a polymerizable chloroacrylate group. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a crosslinking agent and a reactive intermediate in advanced polymer synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and pharmaceutical industries for creating high-performance materials with tailored properties.

Application

• Crosslinking Agent for Specialty Polymers: Used to introduce crosslinks into polymer backbones, enhancing thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength in coatings, adhesives, and composite resins.
• Synthesis of Functionalized Resins: Serves as a key monomer for producing modified epoxy, acrylic, or polyolefin resins with specific reactivity or adhesion profiles.
• Photopolymer and Lithography Materials: Employed in the formulation of photoresists and UV-curable systems due to the reactivity of both functional groups under radical or cationic conditions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring the norbornene scaffold.
• Adhesive and Sealant Formulations: Incorporated to improve the cohesive strength and durability of high-performance industrial adhesives.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for exploring novel polymerization techniques, including ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) and controlled radical polymerization.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl)Methyl 2-Chloroacrylate
CAS No.	71989-91-8
Molecular Formula	C11H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	212.67 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloroacrylic Acid (Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl)Methyl Ester; 5-Norbornene-2-methanol, 2-chloroacrylate; 2-Chloro-2-propenoic Acid (5-Norbornen-2-yl)methyl Ester; Norborn-5-En-2-Yl Methyl 2-Chloroacrylate; 2-Chloroacrylic Acid Norborn-5-En-2-Ylmethyl Ester; 5-Norbornen-2-ylmethyl Chloroacrylate; Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Methyl 2-Chloroacrylate
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Quality Control

Our (Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl)Methyl 2-Chloroacrylate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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