Description

Tricyclo[2.1.0.02,5]Pentane-1-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable bicyclic compound featuring a unique strained carbon framework. This specialty chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and complex organic materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing intricate molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation herbicides and fungicides with unique modes of action.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers and ligands used in catalysis and advanced material formulations.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile synthon in academic and industrial research for exploring new chemical reactions and constructing complex natural product analogs.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The strained ring and functional groups make it a candidate for developing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Tricyclo[2.1.0.02,5]Pentane-1-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	573925-89-0
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Hydroxytricyclo[2.1.0.02,5]pentane-1-carboxylate; 3-Hydroxytricyclo[2.1.0.02,5]pentane-1-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Hydroxybicyclo[2.1.0]pentane-1-carboxylate (common name); Tricyclopentane carboxylic acid derivative; Bicyclo[2.1.0]pentane methanol ester; Advanced strained-ring intermediate
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Tricyclo[2.1.0.02,5]Pentane-1-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and chiral purity (where applicable) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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