Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxamide, 2-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring a carboxamide functional group, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained ring structure and functional group make it a critical precursor for developing complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and performance materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors seeking to introduce specific stereochemistry and functionality into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, bicyclic framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bicyclo[2.2.1]heptene core imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis, crucial for enantioselective synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and the exploration of new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxamide, 2-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	90642-77-6
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO
Molecular Weight	151.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carboxamide; 2-Methyl-2-norbornene-5-carboxamide; 5-Norbornene-2-carboxamide, 2-methyl-; 2-Methylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carboxylic acid amide; 2-Methyl-5-norbornen-2-ylcarboxamide; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2-carboxamide, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-2,5-norbornadienecarboxamide (related structure); 2-Methyl-exo-5-norbornene-2-carboxamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-5-Ene-2-Carboxamide, 2-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent composition suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every 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 area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (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.