Description

3-Hydroxy-4,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized bicyclic compound that serves as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique sterically hindered structure and carboxylic acid functionality make it valuable for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemical and physical properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in steroidal and terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic framework can contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing complex, naturally-inspired odorants and flavor compounds due to its camphor-like structural motif.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a chiral auxiliary in catalytic systems to induce enantioselectivity in chemical transformations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties derived from its rigid bicyclic structure.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including new C-C bond formation and functional group manipulation strategies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-4,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6246-41-9
Molecular Formula	C11H18O3
Molecular Weight	198.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-3-hydroxy-4,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; 3-Hydroxy-4,7,7-trimethyl-2-norbornanecarboxylic acid; 3-Hydroxy-4,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Hydroxy-4,7,7-trimethyl-2-bornanecarboxylic acid; 3-Hydroxycamphoric acid derivative; Trimethylbicycloheptanecarboxylic acid hydroxy derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-4,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and 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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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