Description

1-Methyl7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Anhydride is a high-purity, specialized bicyclic anhydride building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its rigid, functionalized structure, which serves as a key precursor for creating complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as polymer modification and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring rigid, polycyclic frameworks.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce anhydride functionality, enhancing thermal stability and reactivity in specialty polymers and resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with complex stereochemistry.
• Advanced Material Development: Employed in R&D for creating high-performance materials, including liquid crystals, optical polymers, and engineered coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions to construct intricate, multi-ring systems in academic and industrial research.
• Epoxy Curing Agent Modifier: Can be incorporated to modify the properties of epoxy resin systems, influencing cure kinetics and final material characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Anhydride
CAS No.	90887-48-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8O4
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic anhydride; 1-Methyl-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid anhydride; 1-Methyl-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid cyclic anhydride; 1-Methyl-7-oxanorborn-2-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic anhydride; 1-Methyl-7-oxanorbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic anhydride; 1-Methyl-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, cyclic 2,3-anhydride; 1-Methyl-7-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, cyclic anhydride
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl7-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Anhydride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store under dry, inert conditions (e.g., nitrogen atmosphere) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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