Description

ζ-Truxinic Acid CAS NO 528-32-5 is a specific stereoisomer of truxinic acid, a dimeric cinnamic acid derivative of significant interest in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the development of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural product analogs.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in asymmetric synthesis, cycloaddition reactions, and the construction of polycyclic frameworks due to its rigid, dimeric structure.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystalline materials.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in university and industrial research laboratories for methodological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	ζ-Truxinic Acid
CAS No.	528-32-5
Molecular Formula	C18H16O4
Molecular Weight	296.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-Truxinic Acid; (Z)-α-Truxinic Acid; (Z)-1,3-Diphenyl-2,4-bis(carboxy)cyclobutane; (Z)-1,3-Diphenylcyclobutane-2,4-dicarboxylic Acid; Truxinic Acid (Z-isomer); Cyclobutane-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, 2,4-diphenyl-, (Z)-; 2,4-Diphenylcyclobutane-1,3-dicarboxylic acid (Z-isomer)
EINECS	208-430-6

Quality Control

Our ζ-Truxinic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (Z-isomer)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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