Description

Tricyclo[3.2.1.0~2,4~]Octane-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived carboxylic acid featuring a unique and rigid tricyclic scaffold. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate for research and development in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing complex molecular architectures where precise three-dimensional control is essential.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring specific steric profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides that leverage its constrained geometry for enhanced target specificity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis, where its rigid backbone can induce high enantioselectivity.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Employed in the research of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials that benefit from its fused-ring structure and carboxylic acid functionality.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new cycloaddition or functionalization reactions on strained polycyclic systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for the manufacture of complex fragrances, flavors, or other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tricyclo[3.2.1.0~2,4~]Octane-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1212345-30-6
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Tricyclo[3.2.1.0²,⁴]octane-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxytricyclo[3.2.1.0²,⁴]octane; Bicyclo[2.2.2]oct-5-ene-2-carboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro- (related isomer); Nortricyclene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Nortricyclanecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of Tricyclo[3.2.1.0~2,4~]Octane-3-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our facilities operate under cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring traceability and reliability for critical R&D and scale-up projects.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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