Description

(1S-Endo)-4,7,7-Trimethyl-3-Oxobicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Sulphonic Acid is a high-purity, specialized chiral sulfonic acid derivative based on a camphor skeleton. This compound serves as a valuable building block and chiral auxiliary in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure substances. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high stereochemical purity.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral resolving agent or catalyst component in stereoselective chemical reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where specific stereochemistry is critical.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing novel, enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific chiral or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1S-Endo)-4,7,7-Trimethyl-3-Oxobicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Sulphonic Acid
CAS No.	46365-22-4
Molecular Formula	C10H16O4S
Molecular Weight	232.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S)-(-)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid; (1S)-(-)-Camphor-10-sulfonic Acid; L-(-)-Camphorsulfonic Acid; (1S,4R)-(-)-Camphor-10-sulfonic Acid; (-)-10-Camphorsulphonic Acid; (1S)-10-Camphorsulfonic Acid; (1S,4R)-4,7,7-Trimethyl-3-oxobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-sulfonic Acid; L-CSA
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Quality Control

Our (1S-Endo)-4,7,7-Trimethyl-3-Oxobicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Sulphonic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including chiral purity assay and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific tests are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its strong acid nature, keep away from incompatible materials such as bases, oxidizing agents, and reactive metals. The container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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