Description

D-Campholic Acid is a high-purity, chiral organic compound derived from camphor, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and rigid bicyclic structure make it an invaluable intermediate for producing optically active pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in steroid and terpenoid-based drug development.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for metal-catalyzed asymmetric reactions, enhancing enantioselectivity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of complex organic molecules for research and high-value specialty chemicals.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor for novel, biologically active compounds in crop protection and pesticide formulation.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing specific camphoraceous notes and terpene-based aroma chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in stereochemistry studies and methodological development.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Campholic Acid
CAS No.	31147-56-5
Molecular Formula	C10H16O2
Molecular Weight	168.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,3S)-1,2,2-Trimethylcyclopentane-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid; (1R,3S)-3-Carboxy-2,2,3-trimethylcyclopentaneacetic Acid; D-1,3-Campholanedicarboxylic Acid; (+)-Campholic Acid; (1R,3S)-1,2,2-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our D-Campholic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	168°C - 172°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.