Description

Spiro[2.4]Heptane-1-Carboxylic Acid, 4-Oxo- (9Ci) is a specialized spirocyclic organic compound featuring a carboxylic acid and a ketone functional group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block. This unique molecular architecture is critical for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and complex fine chemicals. It serves as a key intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to create molecules with specific three-dimensional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring rigid, spirocyclic core structures to influence bioavailability and receptor binding.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the spiro framework can impart unique biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for producing polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties due to its strained ring system.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new cyclization and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Spiro[2.4]Heptane-1-Carboxylic Acid, 4-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	371979-98-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxospiro[2.4]heptane-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Carboxy-4-oxospiro[2.4]heptane; Spiro[2.4]heptane-1-carboxylic acid, 4-oxo-; 4-Oxospiro[2.4]heptane-1-carboxylic acid (9CI); 371979-98-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Spiro[2.4]Heptane-1-Carboxylic Acid, 4-Oxo- (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be handled with appropriate precautions. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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