Description

Methyl 3-Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl-3-Methyloxirane-2-Carboxylate is a specialized, high-purity organic compound featuring a complex bicyclic and oxirane (epoxide) structure. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the creation of novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, multi-cyclic target molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its rigid bicyclic framework can impart specific biological activity.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers, resins, or liquid crystals, leveraging its reactive epoxide and ester functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex natural product analogs and other sophisticated organic architectures.
• Cross-linking Agent: The epoxide moiety can be utilized in formulations requiring controlled cross-linking for coatings, adhesives, or composite materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 3-Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl-3-Methyloxirane-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	72175-33-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₃
Molecular Weight	222.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(5-Norbornen-2-yl)-3-methylglycidate; 3-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-yl)-3-methyloxirane-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(5-norbornen-2-yl)-3-methyloxirane-2-carboxylate; Glycidic acid, 3-(5-norbornen-2-yl)-3-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,3-epoxy-3-(5-norbornen-2-yl)butyrate; 2-Oxiranecarboxylic acid, 3-(bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-yl)-3-methyl-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Yl-3-Methyloxirane-2-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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