Description

Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2-carboxylic acid is a highly rigid, polycyclic organic acid characterized by its unique three-dimensional "cage-like" structure. This compound matters as a versatile and valuable chemical building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, especially those requiring rigid, three-dimensional scaffolds to enhance binding affinity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to construct complex, sterically hindered ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polymers with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for synthetic organic chemists exploring novel reaction pathways and constructing complex natural product analogs.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals for advanced electronic or optical materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2-carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	29221-25-8
Molecular Formula	C9H14O2
Molecular Weight	154.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bicyclo[2.2.2]octanecarboxylic Acid; BCOA; 2-Carboxybicyclo[2.2.2]octane; Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Norbornanecarboxylic acid (related structural analog); BCOCA; 2-BCOA; Bicyclo[2.2.2]octyl-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2-carboxylic acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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	≤ 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.