Description

7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane, 1-Chloro-6-Methyl- is a specialized epoxide derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique bicyclic structure containing both an oxirane and a chloro-methyl substituent makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and fine chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing complex heterocyclic cores and chiral molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive epoxide and halogen functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and epoxy resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cycloaddition reactions, nucleophilic ring-opening, and other transformations to create complex organic compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful scaffold for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane, 1-Chloro-6-Methyl-
CAS No.	855383-80-1
Molecular Formula	C7H11ClO
Molecular Weight	146.61 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-6-methyl-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; 6-Methyl-1-chloro-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; 1-Chloro-6-methyloxepane epoxide; Chloromethyl methyl oxabicycloheptane; Epichlorohydrin derivative (bicyclic)
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Quality Control

Our production of 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane, 1-Chloro-6-Methyl- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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