Description

1-Lithionorbornane is a highly reactive organolithium reagent, a valuable synthetic building block for introducing the norbornyl group into complex molecular frameworks. Its significance lies in its ability to facilitate challenging carbon-carbon bond formations, enabling the synthesis of structurally intricate compounds. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to create novel molecules with unique properties.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs).
• For the preparation of novel ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• In the development of advanced polymeric materials with specialized thermal or mechanical properties.
• As a reagent for the functionalization of fullerenes and other carbon-based nanomaterials.
• For constructing strained hydrocarbon frameworks in fundamental organic chemistry research.
• In the synthesis of agrochemicals requiring the norbornane structural motif.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Lithionorbornane
CAS No.	930-81-4
Molecular Formula	C7H11Li
Molecular Weight	102.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Lithionorbornane; Norbornyllithium; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-1-yl lithium; 1-Lithiobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; 1-Norbornyllithium; Lithium norbornan-1-ide; Lithium bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-1-ide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Lithionorbornane is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis to verify identity, purity, and solution concentration. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research and process development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile, hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures, typically between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability. Handle and aliquot only under an inert atmosphere using standard Schlenk or glovebox techniques.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 0.5 M in specified solvent (e.g., cyclohexane/ether)
Active Lithium Content	Contact for details
Solvent	Specified (e.g., Cyclohexane/Diethyl ether)

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