Description

3,5-Dimethyl-2,4,6,8-Tetrathiatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]Decane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized organosulfur compound with a unique cage-like molecular architecture. This complex structure makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced material science and pharmaceutical research, where precise molecular geometry is critical. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for synthesizing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex, three-dimensional sulfur-containing scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection agents, leveraging its unique structural motifs.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a precursor for advanced polymers or ligands in coordination chemistry, where the tetrathia-adamantane core can impart specific electronic or structural characteristics.
• Ligand Synthesis: The carboxylic acid functionality allows for derivatization into chelating ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in fundamental research to explore new chemical spaces and reaction pathways involving polycyclic sulfur compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dimethyl-2,4,6,8-Tetrathiatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]Decane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	55955-60-7
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2S4
Molecular Weight	306.48 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Carboxy-3,5-dimethyl-2,4,6,8-tetrathiaadamantane; 3,5-Dimethyl-2,4,6,8-tetrathiatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane-1-carboxylic acid; Tetrathiaadamantane-1-carboxylic acid, 3,5-dimethyl-; 1-Adamantanecarboxylic acid, 2,4,6,8-tetrathia-3,5-dimethyl-; DTTC Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3,5-Dimethyl-2,4,6,8-Tetrathiatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]Decane-1-Carboxylic Acid adheres to strict internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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 (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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