Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hepta-2,5-Diene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is a high-purity, functionalized norbornadiene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid bicyclic structure and reactive diene/diester functionalities make it an invaluable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific stereochemical and electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring strained, bridged ring systems for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where its unique structure contributes to product efficacy.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Diels-Alder Reactions: Acts as a highly reactive diene component in Diels-Alder cycloadditions for constructing polycyclic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploratory chemistry and process development in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hepta-2,5-Diene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester
CAS No.	947-57-9
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Norbornadiene-2,3-dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl 2,5-Norbornadiene-2,3-dicarboxylate; Norbornadiene-2,3-dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-diene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester; 2,3-Dimethoxycarbonylbicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-diene; Dimethyl bicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2,5-diene-2,3-dicarboxylate
EINECS	213-427-4

Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hepta-2,5-Diene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support requirements for research, development, and commercial-scale production.

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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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