Description

[1R,4R,(+)]-Bornane-3-One is a high-purity, optically active bicyclic ketone, specifically the (+)-enantiomer of camphor. This compound matters as a versatile and valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise stereochemical control. It is needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for producing enantiomerically pure compounds, catalysts, and specialty flavors.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral auxiliaries, catalysts, and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as a key ingredient or intermediate for high-value, optically active aroma chemicals.
• Organic Chemistry Research: A standard chiral starting material for methodological studies and novel compound library development.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of chiral polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1R,4R,(+)]-Bornane-3-One
CAS No.	13854-85-8
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-Camphor; (1R,4R)-(+)-Camphor; d-Camphor; (1R)-(+)-Camphor; (1R,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one; D-(+)-Camphor; Right-handed Camphor; Japan Camphor; Gum Camphor
EINECS	237-612-0

Quality Control

Our [1R,4R,(+)]-Bornane-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity and chemical identity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, optical rotation, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use and stored away from heat sources and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	+40° to +44° (c=10 in ethanol)
Melting Point	174 - 180 °C
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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