Description

5-[Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl]-2,4-Dimethylpentan-1-Ol is a high-purity, functionalized bicyclic alcohol with a unique sterically hindered structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring rigid, lipophilic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic structure can contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthetic musks and other specialty aroma chemicals, leveraging its complex, woody odor profile.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, resins, and liquid crystals as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Utilized as a ligand precursor or a chiral auxiliary in stereoselective catalytic reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and chemical biology research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-[Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl]-2,4-Dimethylpentan-1-Ol
CAS No.	93893-50-6
Molecular Formula	C14H26O
Molecular Weight	210.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethyl-5-(2-norbornyl)-1-pentanol; 5-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl)-2,4-dimethyl-1-pentanol; 2,4-Dimethyl-5-norbornan-2-ylpentan-1-ol; Norbornyl dimethylpentanol; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-pentanol derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-[Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl]-2,4-Dimethylpentan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC, NMR, and chiral analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (if applicable)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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