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Dicyclopentadiene with BHT as stabilizer (GC Purity =/> 96%)
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Dicyclopentadiene with BHT stabilizer is a reactive hydrocarbon used in polymer synthesis, particularly in the production of resins and adhesives. It also serves as a precursor to cyclopentadiene for ferrocene and other metallocenes, as an insecticide intermediate, and in elastomers, paints and varnishes. It is supplied with a minimum GC purity of 96%. CAS: 77-73-6, Molecular Formula: C10H12, Molecular Weight: 132.20 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification: Danger. Molekula supplies Dicyclopentadiene with BHT as stabilizer from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90029043
- CAS Number
- 77-73-6
- IUPAC Name
- tricyclo[5.2.1.02,6]deca-3,8-diene
- EC Number
- 201-052-9
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12
- Molecular Weight
- 132.20
- Exact Mass
- 132.0939
- SMILES
- C1C=CC2C1C3CC2C=C3
- InChIKey
- HECLRDQVFMWTQS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C10H12/c1-2-9-7-4-5-8(6-7)10(9)3-1/h1-2,4-5,7-10H,3,6H2
- PubChem CID
- 6492
Synonyms
- 4,7-Methano-1H-indene, 3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-
- 4,7-Methanoindene, 3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-
- Bicyclopentadiene
- Biscyclopentadiene
- Cyclopentadiene dimer
- DCPD
- DICYCLOPENTADIENE
- Dicyklopentadien
- Dimer cyklopentadienu
- Prometa XP 100
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Odour
- Disagreeable camphor-like odor
- Melting Point
- 32-34 °C
- Boiling Point
- 172 °C
- Density
- 0.9302 g/cm³ at 35 °C
- Water Solubility
- 0.02 g/L at 25 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Very soluble in ethyl ether, ethanol
- Vapour Pressure
- 180 Pa at 20 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.5073
- log P (octanol/water)
- 2.78
Source: PubChem CID 6492 (HSDB, ICSC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is dicyclopentadiene used for?
Dicyclopentadiene is primarily used as a monomer in the production of resins, adhesives, and polymers, especially in the manufacturing of high-performance coatings and composites.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C10H12 with a molecular weight of 132.20 g/mol.
How should dicyclopentadiene be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat and light, and kept in a tightly sealed container to prevent polymerization.
What grade is available?
Molekula supplies dicyclopentadiene with a GC purity of ≥96% and includes BHT as a stabilizer.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply dicyclopentadiene in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and delivery options.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.