Description

(+/-)-Camphorcarboxylic Acid CAS NO 474-98-6 is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate derived from camphor. This compound is valued for its rigid bicyclic structure, which imparts stereochemical control in asymmetric synthesis, making it crucial for producing high-value, optically active molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of prostaglandins, terpenoids, and other bioactive molecules with defined stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used to develop and manufacture chiral ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions, including hydrogenation and oxidation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating chiral pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where specific stereoisomers are required.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A standard reagent in methodological development for new stereoselective synthetic routes.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce chiral centers into polymers for advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-Camphorcarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	474-98-6
Molecular Formula	C10H16O3
Molecular Weight	184.23 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Camphoric Acid; (±)-Camphoric Acid; DL-1,2,2-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; Camphor Acid; rac-Camphoric Acid; 1,2,2-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; NSC 403754
EINECS	207-482-7

Quality Control

Our (+/-)-Camphorcarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	186 - 190 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Optical Rotation	± 0.2° (c=1 in ethanol)

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