Tricyclopentadiene Chemical Properties

Melting point:

62-64°C

storage temp. 

Refrigerator

solubility 

Chlorofom, Ethyl Acetate (Slightly)

form 

Solid

color 

White to Off-White

Odor

Peculiar earthy and mossy-musty odor

Tricyclopentadiene Usage And Synthesis

Chemical Properties

Tricyclopentadiene is a White crystals or colorless, opaque, fused mass. Practically insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils. Peculiar earthy, mossy-musty odor, sweet-camphoraceous, warm and having some of the typical notes of Patchouli.

Uses

Tricyclopentadiene (TCPD), is the product of dicyclopentadiene (D439350) via cycloaddition, has been shown to be a promising candidate as a high-energy fuel.

Application

Tricyclopentadiene has found some use in perfumery since it is very stable in soap,blends well with Oakmoss, Patchouli, Lavender, Opopanax, Ambregris materials, Sandalwood materials, etc.

Synthesis

Tricyclopentadiene is synthesized by Polymerization of Dicyclopentadiene, e.g. by heating. This hydrocarbon is obtained by self-condensation of Cyclopentadiene.