Description

2-Methylnorborn-5-Ene-2-Methanol CAS NO 74039-17-1 is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring both an olefinic double bond and a primary alcohol functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by industries involved in the development of complex molecules, where its rigid norbornene skeleton is utilized to impart specific stereochemical and physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates, leveraging its constrained geometry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty chemicals, including advanced ligands, catalysts, and chiral auxiliaries for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with tailored properties, such as high thermal stability or specific optical characteristics.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators that require a structurally defined core.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing unique odorants and flavor compounds with complex, woody, or camphoraceous notes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylnorborn-5-Ene-2-Methanol
CAS No.	74039-17-1
Molecular Formula	C9H14O
Molecular Weight	138.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Norbornene-2-methanol, 2-methyl-; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylnorborn-5-ene; 2-Methyl-5-norbornene-2-methanol; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-methanol, 2-methyl-; 2-Methylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-methanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylnorborn-5-Ene-2-Methanol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.