Description

Norcamphor is a versatile bicyclic ketone compound widely utilized as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, defined structure makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemistry, which is critical for developing high-performance materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. This product is essential for research and production laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of chiral drugs, including certain antivirals, anti-inflammatory agents, and neurological therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its stereochemistry contributes to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and other specialty organic compounds requiring a camphor-like skeleton.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development and as a model compound in catalysis and stereochemistry studies.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for synthesizing ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and for creating novel polymers.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Norcamphor
CAS No.	497-38-1
Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molecular Weight	110.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-3-one; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-3-one, 2,2-dimethyl-; DL-Norcamphor; exo-2,2-Dimethylnorbornan-3-one; 3-Norcamphanone; exo-2,2-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-3-one
EINECS	207-847-5

Quality Control

Our Norcamphor is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
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.