Description

Exo-2-Acetylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene CAS NO 824-61-3 is a specialized, high-purity bicyclic organic compound featuring a reactive norbornene core with an acetyl substituent. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile chemical building block for advanced synthesis in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic compounds in academic and industrial research.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Investigated for the synthesis of novel aroma chemicals due to its complex, camphor-like structural motif.

Basic Information

Product Name	Exo-2-Acetylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene
CAS No.	824-61-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12O
Molecular Weight	136.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylnorbornene; exo-2-Acetylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene; 5-Norbornene-2-exo-carboxaldehyde, 2-methyl-; 2-Acetyl-2-norbornene; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-exo-carboxaldehyde, 2-methyl-; exo-2-Acetylnorborn-5-ene
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Quality Control

Our Exo-2-Acetylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

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