Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Amino-, 1-Methylethyl Ester is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a rigid norbornane core structure. This compound is valued for its unique stereochemistry and functional groups, which make it a critical building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic agents, including central nervous system (CNS) drugs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Advanced Material Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, bicyclic framework.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reference standard and starting material in organic chemistry research for methodology development and compound library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Amino-, 1-Methylethyl Ester
CAS No.	321601-19-8
Molecular Formula	C11H19NO2
Molecular Weight	197.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Amino-2-norbornanecarboxylic acid isopropyl ester; Isopropyl 5-aminobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylate; 5-Aminonorbornane-2-carboxylic acid isopropyl ester; 1-Methylethyl 5-aminobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylate; 5-Amino-2-carboxybicyclo[2.2.1]heptane isopropyl ester; (1R,2S,4R,5S)-5-Aminobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic acid isopropyl ester (stereoisomer); Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic acid, 5-amino-, 1-methylethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Amino-, 1-Methylethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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