Description

3-Bromoadamantane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized adamantane derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique sterically hindered, polycyclic structure and reactive bromine and carboxylic acid functional groups make it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapies, leveraging the adamantane scaffold's lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced active ingredients with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles for crop protection products.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a rigid, functional monomer or cross-linking agent for developing high-performance polymers, resins, and advanced materials with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in organic chemistry research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty compounds for various high-tech applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromoadamantane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	21816-08-0
Molecular Formula	C11H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	259.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Adamantanecarboxylic acid, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromo-1-adamantanecarboxylic acid; 3-Bromotricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane-1-carboxylic acid; Bromoadamantanecarboxylic acid; (3-Bromoadamantan-1-yl)formic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Bromoadamantane-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent batch-to-batch quality suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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