Description

Spiro[3.3]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, Ethyl Ester CAS NO 1255098-89-5 is a high-purity, synthetically valuable spirocyclic building block. This compound is prized for its unique three-dimensional structure, which imparts desirable properties in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and pesticides, where its spiro core can enhance biological activity and environmental profile.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for sophisticated chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and advanced organic frameworks to modify thermal stability, rigidity, and optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function and protein interactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing unique musk or amber odorants with complex stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Spiro[3.3]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1255098-89-5
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Spiro[3.3]heptane-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbethoxyspiro[3.3]heptane; Spiro[3.3]heptane-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-spiro[3.3]heptanecarboxylate; 2-Ethoxycarbonylspiro[3.3]heptane; NSC 405124; Spiroheptane-2-carboxylic acid, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Spiro[3.3]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the stringent requirements for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.