Dicyclopentadiene  (stabilized with BHT) [precursor to Cyclopentadiene]

Synonym : 3a,4,7,7a-Tetrahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene

Synonym : Tricyclo[5.2.1.0(2,6)]deca-3,8-diene

General Information
TCI Product No. : D0443
Stock Status :
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25ML 9.00 GBP 2 >10
500ML 17.30 GBP >10 >10

Status at 02:00 a.m. on 11 Feb 2012

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Purity / Analysis Method : >97.0%(GC)
Storage :
M.F. / M.W. : C10H12=132.21
CAS Number : 77-73-6
Related CAS Number : 542-92-7
MDL Number : MFCD00078246
Data of Reference
frp : 32 °C
fp : 44 °C
Application

Precursor to Cyclopentadiene

Precursor to Cyclopentadiene

Typical Procedure:The reaction apparatus is assembled by attaching a thermometer, Vigreaux distilling column and Liebig condenser to a 500 mL two necked flask. The receiver is cooled by means of refrigerants or freezing mixtures. Dicyclopentadiene (195 g) is placed in the two necked flask and heated to about 160 ℃ with an electric heating mantle or oil bath. Thermal decomposition begins at about 150 ℃ and distillates at 38~46 ℃ can be obtained (addition of iron powder expedites the thermal decomposition rate of cyclopentadiene). Heating is applied slowly, because rapid temperature increases cause dicyclopentadiene to distill prior to undergoing thermal decomposition. In such a case, re-distillation allows narrow boiling-point distillates. Cyclopentadiene dimerzes rapidly at room temperature and should be used immediately.

  • Org. Synth., 1963, coll. Vol. 4, 238; Org. Synth., 1962, 42, 50.
References
F & F : 1, 181
RTECS# : PC1050000
EC Number : 201-052-9
Transport Information
UNNo. : 2048
Class : 3
PG : III
Safety
Signal Word : Danger
Pictogram : Flame Exclamation Mark Environment
GHS H Statement : Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
GHS P Statement : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Avoid breathing. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Risk Phrases
R10 : Flammable.
R20/22 : Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R36/37/38 : Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R51/53 : Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases
S16 : Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S36/37 : Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S61 : Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
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