Description

1-Norbornanecarboxylicacid is a specialized bicyclic carboxylic acid derivative, valued for its unique sterically hindered structure and functional group reactivity. This compound serves as a versatile and high-purity building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring rigid, bicyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating sterically demanding ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent to introduce rigid norbornane units into polymers, impacting thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for exploring new chemical spaces in drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Norbornanecarboxylicacid
CAS No.	18720-30-4
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-1-carboxylic acid; Norbornane-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Carboxynorbornane; Norcamphane-1-carboxylic acid; NSC 83688; endo-Norbornane-1-carboxylic acid (typical isomer); exo-Norbornane-1-carboxylic acid
EINECS	242-536-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Norbornanecarboxylicacid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer content, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomer Ratio (endo/exo)	Specified per batch (typically ≥ 95:5)
Melting Point	Specified range
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.