Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2,7-Diol, 2-Acetate, [1R-(Exo,Syn)]- (9Ci) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined chiral building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid bicyclic framework and specific stereochemistry make it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise spatial orientation. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and the development of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral agents.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the synthesis of novel chiral ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling enantioselective transformations.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or building block for creating polymers and specialty chemicals with unique thermal or mechanical properties derived from its rigid norbornane structure.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new, more selective herbicides and pesticides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for bioactivity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing complex, naturally-derived odorants and flavor compounds.
• Academic and Process Chemistry Research: A valuable tool for studying reaction mechanisms, developing new synthetic methodologies, and scaling up chiral compound production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2,7-Diol, 2-Acetate, [1R-(Exo,Syn)]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	129830-58-6
Molecular Formula	C9H14O3
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S,4R)-2-(Acetyloxy)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-7-ol; (1R,2S,4R)-2-(Acetyloxy)-7-hydroxybicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; (1R,2S,4R)-2-Acetoxy-7-hydroxybicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; (1R,2S,4R)-7-Hydroxy-2-acetoxynorbornane; endo-2-Acetoxy-7-hydroxybicyclo[2.2.1]heptane (with specified stereochemistry); 2-Acetoxy-7-hydroxyexo-norbornane; [1R-(Exo,Syn)]-Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2,7-diol 2-acetate
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Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2,7-Diol, 2-Acetate, [1R-(Exo,Syn)]- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure high chemical and enantiomeric purity suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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