Description

5-(3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ylidene)-3-Methylpentan-2-Ol is a high-purity, specialized bicyclic terpenoid alcohol with a unique structural framework. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and fragrance development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in steroidal and terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its complex bicyclic structure for bioactive molecule design.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for high-value aroma chemicals and specialty flavors, contributing woody, amber, or musky olfactory notes.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a ligand precursor or a test substrate in the development of new chiral catalysts and stereoselective reactions.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific thermal or optical properties derived from its rigid bicyclic core.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ylidene)-3-Methylpentan-2-Ol
CAS No.	94291-51-7
Molecular Formula	C15H24O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-5-(3,3-dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)pentan-2-ol; 2-Norborneol, 5-(3,3-dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)-3-methyl-; (1R,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol derivative; Camphor derivative alcohol; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-methanol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-; Terpenoid alcohol intermediate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Ylidene)-3-Methylpentan-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your project specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess (where applicable), and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (Optical Purity)	Contact for details

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