Description

(-)-Camphor-10-Sulfonic Acid Ammonium Salt is a high-purity chiral ammonium salt derived from camphorsulfonic acid. This compound is valued as a versatile chiral resolving agent and catalyst in asymmetric synthesis, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries where precise stereochemical control is required.

Application

• Chiral Resolution Agent: For the separation of racemic mixtures of amines, amino acids, and other basic compounds.
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst: Employed in various enantioselective reactions, including Diels-Alder and Michael additions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Analytical Chemistry Standard: Serves as a reference standard in chiral HPLC and other analytical methods.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a mild acid catalyst or a source of a chiral anion in synthetic transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of enantiomerically pure herbicides and pesticides.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Camphor-10-Sulfonic Acid Ammonium Salt
CAS No.	14888-09-6
Molecular Formula	C10H17NO4S
Molecular Weight	247.31 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid Ammonium Salt; (1S,4S)-(-)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid Ammonium Salt; L-(-)-Camphorsulfonic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammonium (1S)-(-)-camphor-10-sulfonate; (1S)-(-)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammonium D-(-)-camphor-10-sulfonate; Ammonium (1S,4S)-(-)-camphorsulfonate
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Quality Control

Our (-)-Camphor-10-Sulfonic Acid Ammonium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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