Description

Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane-1,3-dicarbonitrile is a highly strained, rigid bicyclic organic compound featuring two nitrile functional groups. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile chemical building block for advanced materials science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating three-dimensional, "sp³-rich" scaffolds that can improve drug potency and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research to construct novel herbicide and pesticide molecules, where its rigid core can contribute to unique biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for specialized ligands in catalysis or as a core structure in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other advanced materials.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to produce high-performance polymers with exceptional thermal stability, low dielectric constant, or specific mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for synthetic methodology development and exploring new chemical space in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane-1,3-dicarbonitrile
CAS No.	97460-11-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2
Molecular Weight	130.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dicyanobicyclo[1.1.1]pentane; [1.1.1]Propellane-1,3-dicarbonitrile; BCP-dinitrile; 1,3-BCP(CN)2; Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane-1,3-diyldimethanenitrile; 3-Cyanobicyclo[1.1.1]pentane-1-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane-1,3-dicarbonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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