Description

(-)-Camphorcarboxylic Acid CAS NO 18530-29-5 is a high-purity, chiral organic compound derived from camphor, serving as a critical building block in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its rigid, defined stereochemistry, which is essential for imparting specific optical activity and three-dimensional structure to target molecules. This product is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing enantiomerically pure active ingredients and functional intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor for the synthesis of optically active drugs, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Used to construct complex ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions, enabling high enantioselectivity in industrial chemical processes.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in developing chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry affects biological activity and environmental profile.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring a camphor-based skeleton.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and the development of new synthetic pathways.
• Advanced Material Monomer: Potential use in synthesizing polymers with specific chiral or rigid structural properties for specialized applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Camphorcarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	18530-29-5
Molecular Formula	C10H16O3
Molecular Weight	184.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-1,2,2-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; (1R,3S)-1,2,2-Trimethylcyclopentane-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid; L-(-)-Camphoric Acid; (1R,3S)-Camphoric Acid; (-)-Camphoric Acid; L-Camphoric Acid; (1R)-(-)-Camphoric Acid; NSC 403697
EINECS	242-402-5

Quality Control

Our (-)-Camphorcarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and chiral integrity, meeting the high standards required for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for chiral purity, assay, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

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
Melting Point	186 - 190 °C
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-48° to -52° (c=1 in ethanol)
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.