Description

(+/-)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt CAS NO 34850-66-3 is the sodium salt derivative of camphorsulfonic acid, a versatile chiral auxiliary and resolving agent. This compound is valued for its ability to induce optical activity in asymmetric synthesis and serve as a phase-transfer catalyst. It is a critical material for pharmaceutical R&D, fine chemical synthesis, and academic research laboratories requiring high-purity chiral intermediates.

Application

• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral catalyst or resolving agent in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where chirality is a critical factor for biological activity.
• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reactants in immiscible phases, improving yield and selectivity in organic transformations.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a chiral selector or mobile phase additive in chromatographic methods like HPLC for enantiomer separation.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A standard reagent in method development and exploration of new chiral synthetic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	34850-66-3
Molecular Formula	C10H15NaO4S
Molecular Weight	254.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Camphorsulfonate; Sodium (+/-)-10-Camphorsulfonate; DL-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 1,7,7-Trimethyl-3-oxobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-sulfonate; Camphorsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Racemic Camphorsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; CSA Sodium Salt; NSC 403914
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Quality Control

Our (+/-)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.