Description

7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring an oxirane (epoxide) ring fused to a cyclohexane carboxylic acid structure. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable chiral building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the construction of complex, biologically active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its constrained bicyclic structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile precursor for synthesizing other high-value, complex organic compounds in custom manufacturing.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed as a model compound or starting material in methodological studies, including asymmetric synthesis and ring-opening reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers or ligands with unique steric and electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-2-carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	333364-15-1
Molecular Formula	C7H10O3
Molecular Weight	142.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid; 2,3-Epoxytetrahydrophenylacetic acid; 2,3-Epoxycyclohexaneacetic acid; 2-Carboxy-1,2-epoxycyclohexane; (1R,6S)-7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid (for specific enantiomer); Rel-7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC/GC purity and chiral purity assessments where applicable. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for every batch to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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