Description

2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)[1,1'-Bicyclopentyl]-2-Ol is a specialized tertiary alcohol featuring a unique bicyclic and bulky tert-butyl substituent structure. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate and building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly where steric hindrance and specific spatial orientation are critical. It is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block or protecting group in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its bulky group influences biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating sterically demanding ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers, polymers, or additives to impart specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized as a high-value intermediate in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)[1,1'-Bicyclopentyl]-2-Ol
CAS No.	94070-98-1
Molecular Formula	C14H26O
Molecular Weight	210.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-tert-Butylbicyclo[1.1.1]pentan-1-ol; 2-(tert-Butyl)bicyclo[1.1.1]pentan-1-ol; 2-tert-Butyl-1-hydroxybicyclo[1.1.1]pentane; 1-Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentanyl-2-tert-butylethanol; [1,1'-Bicyclopentyl]-2-ol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; tert-Butylbicyclopentanol
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Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. We support compliance with ISO and cGMP standards where required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.