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Dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate
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Dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate is a synthetic organic compound featuring a cubane core with two ester groups, primarily used in advanced materials research, pharmaceuticals, and photochemistry for its unique structural rigidity and reactivity. It serves as a building block in the synthesis of high-performance polymers, cage compounds, and light-harvesting systems. Catalogue details include CAS 29412-62-2, molecular formula C12H12O4, and molecular weight 220.2213 g/mol. Stored at ambient conditions, it carries no signal word under standard handling. Molekula supplies Dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate 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
- 31653322
- CAS Number
- 29412-62-2
- IUPAC Name
- dimethyl cubane-1,4-dicarboxylate
- Molecular Formula
- C12H12O4
- Molecular Weight
- 220.2213
- Exact Mass
- 220.0736
- SMILES
- COC(=O)C12C3C4C1C5C2C3C45C(=O)OC
- InChIKey
- OXBMFCGRQJNAOY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C12H12O4/c1-15-9(13)11-3-6-4(11)8-5(11)7(3)12(6,8)10(14)16-2/h3-8H,1-2H3
- PubChem CID
- 141480
Synonyms
- 1,4-Bis(methoxycarbonyl)cubane
- 1,8-DIMETHYL CUBANE-1,8-DICARBOXYLATE
- Cubane-1,4-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester
- Cubane-1,4-dicarboylic acid dimethyl ester
- dimethyl (1r,2R,3r,8S)-cubane-1,4-dicarboxylate
- Dimethyl (1R,2R,3S,4S,5S,6R,8S)-cubane-1,4-dicarboxylate
- dimethyl cubane-1,4-dicarboxylate
- dimethyl pentacyclo [4.2.0.02,5.03,8.04,7]octane-1,4-dicarboxylate
- OXBMFCGRQJNAOY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Pentacyclo[4.2.0.02,5.03,8.04,7]octane-1,4-dicarboxylic acid, 1,4-dimethyl ester
Frequently asked questions
What is dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate used for?
It is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly for constructing strained ring systems and studying cubane derivatives in materials science and pharmaceutical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate?
The formula is **C₁₂H₁₂O₄**, and the molecular weight is **220.2213 g/mol**.
How should dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate be stored?
Store at **ambient conditions** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances. No special precautions are required beyond standard chemical storage.
What purity grades are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this compound in **high-purity research grade (typically ≥98%)**, suitable for laboratory and development-scale applications.
Can Molekula supply dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can provide bulk quantities upon request, subject to availability and minimum order quantities. Contact our sales team for custom bulk inquiries.
What documentation comes with an order of dimethyl 1,4-cubanedicarboxylate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet detailing purity, CAS, and storage instructions.
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.