Description

3-Carboxyadamantane-1-Acetic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized adamantane derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique rigid, cage-like structure and dual carboxylic acid functionality make it a valuable building block for creating novel materials with enhanced thermal and chemical stability. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer sectors for developing new active ingredients and specialty monomers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapies, leveraging the adamantane scaffold's bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced crop protection agents with improved environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Advanced Polymer Monomer: Serves as a building block for high-performance polymers, resins, and dendrimers, imparting rigidity and thermal stability to the final material.
• Ligand and Catalyst Design: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to develop novel chelating ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and other functional nanomaterials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile tool compound for synthetic organic chemists exploring new reaction pathways and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Carboxyadamantane-1-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	56531-58-9
Molecular Formula	C13H18O4
Molecular Weight	238.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Adamantaneacetic acid, 3-carboxy-; 3-Carboxy-1-adamantaneacetic acid; 3-Carboxyadamantane-1-acetic acid; 1-Carboxymethyl-3-carboxyadamantane; Adamantane-1,3-diacetic acid (common name); 3-Carboxy-tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane-1-acetic acid; NSC 338258
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Carboxyadamantane-1-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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