Description

Dimethyl Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-5,-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the class of bicyclic dicarboxylate esters. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its unique steric and electronic properties, which make it a critical building block in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic structure contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to enhance the thermal stability, rigidity, and chemical resistance of engineering plastics and coatings.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing musky or amber-type odorants due to its complex, saturated hydrocarbon framework.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Provides a rigid backbone for constructing novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis for high-value chemical production.
• Advanced Material Research: Investigated for use in liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and other functional materials requiring specific molecular geometry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Dimethyl Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-5,-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	80793-16-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₀O₄
Molecular Weight	252.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2,3-dicarboxylate, hydrogenated; Hexahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene-5,6-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl hexahydro-4,7-methanoindene-5,6-dicarboxylate; NSC 334348; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, dimethyl ester, hexahydro-; 5-Norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester, hydrogenated
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Quality Control

Every batch of Dimethyl Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene-5,-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure compliance with exacting 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 batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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