Description

2,4-Norcaradiene-7-Carbonyl Chloride (6Ci) is a highly reactive and versatile chemical intermediate characterized by its strained norcaradiene ring system and acid chloride functionality. This compound is valued for its role in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex polycyclic frameworks and as a precursor to specialized polymers and ligands. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those with complex polycyclic or strained-ring architectures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Precursor for the preparation of specialized ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in fundamental organic chemistry research to study pericyclic reactions and ring-strain chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and flavors/fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Norcaradiene-7-Carbonyl Chloride (6Ci)
CAS No.	98554-06-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClO
Molecular Weight	154.59 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chlorocarbonyl-2,4-norcaradiene; Bicyclo[4.1.0]hepta-2,4-diene-7-carbonyl chloride; 6-Chloro-6-carbonylbicyclo[3.1.0]hex-2-ene; Norcaradiene-7-carbonyl chloride; 6Ci Norcaradiene carbonyl chloride; 2,4-Norcaradienecarbonyl chloride; 7-Carboxybicyclo[4.1.0]hepta-2,4-diene chloride; (Bicyclo[4.1.0]hepta-2,4-dien-7-yl)carbonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,4-Norcaradiene-7-Carbonyl Chloride (6Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity as an acid chloride, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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