Description

1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid, 1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-, Methyl Ester is a specialized bicyclic organic ester with a complex, rigid molecular architecture. This compound is valued as a key synthetic intermediate and building block for advanced chemical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its unique scaffold can contribute to novel modes of action.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a starting material or ligand precursor in asymmetric catalysis and methodology development due to its stereochemical complexity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid, 1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	41596-02-5
Molecular Formula	C15H18O2
Molecular Weight	230.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene-2-carboxylate; Methyl 1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbomethoxy-1,4:5,8-dimethano-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydronaphthalene; 1,4:5,8-Dimethano-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydronaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic acid derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid, 1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research and development purposes. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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). Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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