Description

3,5-Dimethyladamantane-1-Acidic Acid is a highly functionalized, cage-like carboxylic acid derivative of adamantane, valued for its unique structural rigidity and chemical stability. This compound serves as a sophisticated building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and robust molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drugs, leveraging its lipophilic and stable adamantane core.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Used in the synthesis of specialty polymers, dendrimers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) where its three-dimensional structure imparts unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in creating new-generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced environmental stability and targeted activity.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: The carboxylic acid group and sterically hindered structure make it a candidate for designing novel asymmetric catalysts and ligands in homogeneous catalysis.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of charge-transport materials or host materials for OLEDs due to its potential to inhibit molecular aggregation.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: Serves as a rigid scaffold for constructing molecular receptors, cages, and other complex supramolecular assemblies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dimethyladamantane-1-Acidic Acid
CAS No.	14202-14-3
Molecular Formula	C13H20O2
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Carboxy-3,5-dimethyladamantane; 3,5-Dimethyl-1-adamantanecarboxylic Acid; 3,5-Dimethyltricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane-1-carboxylic Acid; 3,5-Dimethyladamantane-1-carboxylic Acid; DMACA; NSC 169865
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dimethyladamantane-1-Acidic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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