Description

2-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Ylmethylene)Butyl Acetate is a specialized organic ester compound featuring a norbornene-derived bicyclic structure. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of polymers and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel materials with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its reactive alkene and ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where its bicyclic framework can impart specific biological activity.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a functional monomer for the synthesis of novel polymers, including resins, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules in R&D and pilot-scale manufacturing.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in formulations where its double bond can participate in polymerization or cross-linking reactions to modify material properties.
• Material Science Research: Provides a structurally interesting scaffold for developing new organic electronic materials or advanced composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Ylmethylene)Butyl Acetate
CAS No.	85567-26-6
Molecular Formula	C14H20O2
Molecular Weight	220.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-ylmethylene)butyl acetate; 2-(Norborn-5-en-2-ylmethylene)butyl acetate; Butyl 2-(bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-ylidene)acetate; 2-(2-Norbornenylmethylene)butyl acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-ylmethylene)butyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-En-2-Ylmethylene)Butyl Acetate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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