Description

Diethyl 2,5-Dioxobicyclo[2.2.2]Octane-1,4-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity, functionalized bicyclic compound that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its unique strained bicyclo[2.2.2]octane core and reactive dicarboxylate/diketone functionalities make it a valuable building block for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional scaffolds.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Building block for creating novel polymers, ligands, and organic frameworks with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection with potentially novel modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes that study enzyme function or protein interactions due to its reactive handles.
• Academic & R&D: Fundamental research compound for methodological development in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 2,5-Dioxobicyclo[2.2.2]Octane-1,4-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	843-59-4
Molecular Formula	C14H18O6
Molecular Weight	282.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(ethoxycarbonyl)bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2,5-dione; Diethyl bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-1,4-dicarboxylate-2,5-dione; Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2,5-dione, 1,4-diethyl dicarboxylate; 2,5-Dioxobicyclo[2.2.2]octane-1,4-dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester; DEBOD; Diethyl DODC
EINECS	212-673-9

Quality Control

Our Diethyl 2,5-Dioxobicyclo[2.2.2]Octane-1,4-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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