Description

5-Norbornene-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile, high-purity bicyclic nitrile monomer essential for advanced polymer synthesis. Its strained norbornene structure and reactive cyano group make it a critical building block for creating specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and material scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel polymers, resins, and fine chemical intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Ring-Opening Metathesis Polymerization (ROMP) Monomer: A fundamental monomer for producing high-performance polymers with precise architectures via ROMP catalysis.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Used to create novel polymers, including engineering plastics and specialty coatings, with enhanced chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the development of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed to introduce crosslinks in polymer networks, improving their mechanical strength and durability.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other fine chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for exploring new polymerization methodologies and material properties in R&D laboratories.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Incorporated into formulations to modify the curing profile and final properties of high-performance adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Norbornene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	95-11-4
Molecular Formula	C8H9N
Molecular Weight	119.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Norbornene-2-carbonitrile; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyanonorborn-5-ene; 2-Cyanobicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene; 5-Norbornen-2-yl cyanide; NSC 60529; 2-Norbornene-5-carbonitrile
EINECS	202-390-9

Quality Control

Our 5-Norbornene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and available upon request, supporting 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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