Description

1,3-Adamantanedicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, rigid aliphatic dicarboxylic acid derivative of adamantane, valued for its unique three-dimensional cage-like structure and thermal stability. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for high-performance materials. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Building block for high-performance, thermally stable polyamides, polyesters, and other specialty polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Used to create complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science: Component in the development of advanced coatings, adhesives, and composites requiring rigidity and stability.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal and synthetic chemistry research.
• Cross-linking Agent: Imparts rigidity and improves mechanical properties when used as a cross-linker in polymer networks.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Adamantanedicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	39269-10-8
Molecular Formula	C12H16O4
Molecular Weight	224.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Adamantane-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid; 1,3-Adamantanedicarboxylic Acid; Tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid; 1,3-Bis(carboxy)adamantane; ADA; ADCA
EINECS	254-404-9

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Adamantanedicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	285 - 295 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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