Description

Bicyclo[4.1.0]Hept-2-Ene-7-Carbonyl Chloride, 3,6-Dimethyl-, (1Alpha,6Alpha,7Beta)- (9Ci) is a highly reactive, functionalized bicyclic building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique strained ring system and acid chloride functionality, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex, three-dimensional bicyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides where its unique structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cyclopropanation reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, and the construction of sterically hindered amides and esters.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating novel chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its rigid, functionalizable structure.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a critical intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance and flavor molecules.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Bicyclo[4.1.0]Hept-2-Ene-7-Carbonyl Chloride, 3,6-Dimethyl-, (1Alpha,6Alpha,7Beta)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	98973-72-9
Molecular Formula	C10H13ClO
Molecular Weight	184.66 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-ene-7-carbonyl chloride; (1α,6α,7β)-3,6-Dimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-ene-7-carbonyl chloride; 3,6-Dimethyl-7-bicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-enecarbonyl chloride; 7-Chlorocarbonyl-3,6-dimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-ene
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Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[4.1.0]Hept-2-Ene-7-Carbonyl Chloride is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and documentation for regulatory support.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity as a strong acid/organic solvent derivative, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials such as bases, alcohols, and amines.

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.