Description

D-(+)-Camphoric Acid CAS NO 124-83-4 is a high-purity, chiral dicarboxylic acid derived from natural camphor. This compound is a critical chiral building block and resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis, valued for its defined stereochemistry and rigid molecular structure. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries requiring precise stereochemical control in their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Chiral Resolving Agent: Used to separate racemic mixtures of amines, amino acids, and other chiral compounds through diastereomeric salt formation.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral auxiliary and ligand in catalytic reactions to induce enantioselectivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer for producing specialty polyesters and polyamides with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereoisomers exhibit enhanced biological activity.
• Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and chiral catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-(+)-Camphoric Acid
CAS No.	124-83-4
Molecular Formula	C10H16O4
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,3S)-1,2,2-Trimethylcyclopentane-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid; D-Camphoric Acid; (+)-Camphoric Acid; (1R,3S)-Camphoric Acid; D-1,2,2-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; (1R,3S)-1,2,2-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; Right-handed Camphoric Acid
EINECS	204-713-5

Quality Control

Our D-(+)-Camphoric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Comprehensive testing includes chiral purity (enantiomeric excess), chemical assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.5%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	186 - 190 °C
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	+47.0° to +49.0° (c=1 in ethanol)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.