Description

Dl-Camphoric Acid CAS NO 560-05-4 is a versatile chiral dicarboxylic acid derived from camphor. It serves as a critical building block and resolving agent in the synthesis of high-value fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a reliable source of a key chiral intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or resolving agent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring chiral purity.
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a chiral building block or ligand in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis for producing enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Agrochemicals: Intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Polymer Industry: Potential monomer or modifier for creating specialty polyesters and polyamides with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance: Used in the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals and as a precursor for camphor derivatives.
• Research & Development: Standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying chirality, crystallization, and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Camphoric Acid
CAS No.	560-05-4
Molecular Formula	C10H16O4
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Camphoric Acid; (±)-Camphoric Acid; rac-Camphoric Acid; 1,2,2-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid; Camphor Acid; 1,3-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic acid, 1,2,2-trimethyl-; NSC 403697
EINECS	209-179-5

Quality Control

Our Dl-Camphoric Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	186 - 190 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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