Description

(+)-Endo-2-Norborneol CAS NO 36779-79-0 is a high-purity, chiral bicyclic secondary alcohol of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its rigid, three-dimensional structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and resolving agent for asymmetric synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Chiral Auxiliary & Building Block: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in the asymmetric synthesis of complex pharmaceutical compounds and natural products.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling enantioselective transformations.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of camphor-like odorants and other specialty aroma chemicals.
• Polymer Science: Employed in the research and development of novel polymers with specific stereochemical properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a standard for chiral chromatography and spectroscopic analysis.
• Agrochemical Research: Functions as an intermediate in the development of chiral pesticides and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Endo-2-Norborneol
CAS No.	36779-79-0
Molecular Formula	C7H12O
Molecular Weight	112.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol; (+)-endo-Borneol; (1R)-endo-(+)-2-Borneol; endo-(1R)-Borneol; (+)-2-Norborneol; endo-(+)-Norborneol; (1R,2S,4R)-2-Norborneol; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1R,2S,4R)-
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Quality Control

Our (+)-Endo-2-Norborneol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess is 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	208 - 212 °C
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	+36° to +40° (c=1 in ethanol)

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