Description

Methyl 4-Fluorobicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-1-Carboxylate is a high-purity fluorinated bicyclic compound serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained bicyclic framework and fluorine substituent make it a critical intermediate for developing novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. This specialty chemical is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to incorporate complex, fluorinated molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom and rigid bicyclic structure can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to construct complex, chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable substrate for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and novel fluorination reactions in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing other fluorinated fine chemicals and specialty compounds for various high-value applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Fluorobicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-1-Carboxylate
CAS No.	84553-41-3
Molecular Formula	C9H13FO2
Molecular Weight	172.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-fluorobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-1-carboxylate; 4-Fluorobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 1-Carbomethoxy-4-fluorobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; Methyl 4-fluoro-1-norbornanecarboxylate; 4-Fluoro-1-norbornanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-1-carboxylic acid, 4-fluoro-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-fluoronorbornane-1-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Fluorobicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-1-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

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