Description

1-Methylbicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane-7-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized bicyclic organic ester with a unique strained-ring structure. This compound serves as a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile chiral building block in complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex, strained-ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic framework can contribute to unique biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for cyclopropanation studies, ring-opening reactions, and the synthesis of complex natural product analogs.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential precursor for synthesizing unique musk or woody odorants due to its bicyclic ester structure.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Methylbicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane-7-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	135415-94-0
Molecular Formula	C10H16O2
Molecular Weight	168.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 1-Methylbicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-7-carboxylate; 7-Carbomethoxy-1-methylbicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; 1-Methylnorcarane-7-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Bicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-7-carboxylic Acid, 1-Methyl-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 1-Methyl-7-norcarancarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our standard research-grade material typically exceeds 95% purity (by GC/HPLC), with specifications tailored to customer process requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Research Grade)
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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