Description

5-Norbornene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile bicyclic dicarboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained norbornene structure and dual carboxylic acid functionality make it an invaluable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring rigid, bicyclic frameworks to influence bioavailability and receptor binding.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structure contributes to stability and biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, including epoxy resins, polyimides, and high-performance engineering plastics, imparting thermal stability and rigidity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable diacid component in Diels-Alder reactions, esterifications, and amide couplings to construct complex polycyclic compounds and chiral auxiliaries.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of chelating ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Norbornene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	3813-52-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10O4
Molecular Weight	182.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; 2,3-Norbornenedicarboxylic acid; endo-5-Norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; NSC 106977; 3-Carboxy-5-norbornene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Norbornene-endo-2,3-dicarboxylic acid
EINECS	223-293-9

Quality Control

Our 5-Norbornene-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant analytical techniques. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and commercial synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168°C - 172°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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