Description

D-3-Bromocamphor-10-Sulfonic Acid Monohydrate is a high-purity chiral sulfonic acid derivative, valued for its role as a versatile resolving agent and chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis. Its significance lies in its ability to form diastereomeric salts for the optical resolution of racemic amines, amino acids, and other basic compounds, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure intermediates. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise stereochemistry is critical.

Application

• Chiral resolving agent for the optical purification of racemic amines and amino acids.
• Key chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis for constructing stereogenic centers.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high enantiomeric purity.
• Catalyst or co-catalyst in stereoselective organic transformations.
• Reference standard and reagent in analytical chemistry for chiral method development.
• Building block for specialty surfactants and ligands with chiral recognition properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-3-Bromocamphor-10-Sulfonic Acid Monohydrate
CAS No.	24262-38-2
Molecular Formula	C10H15BrO4S • H2O
Molecular Weight	329.20 g/mol (Monohydrate)
Synonyms	(1S)-(-)-3-Bromocamphor-10-sulfonic Acid Monohydrate; (-)-3-Bromocamphor-10-sulfonic Acid Monohydrate; D-(-)-3-Bromocamphor-10-sulfonic Acid Monohydrate; (1S,4R)-(-)-3-Bromocamphor-10-sulfonic Acid Monohydrate; BCSA; BCS Acid; 3-Bromo-10-camphorsulfonic Acid Monohydrate; (1S)-3-Bromo-10-camphorsulfonic Acid Monohydrate
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Quality Control

Our D-3-Bromocamphor-10-Sulfonic Acid Monohydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) and chemical purity assays, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for chiral synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and related substances is 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	4.5 - 6.5% (Theoretical for monohydrate: ~5.5%)
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.