Description

3-Cycloheptylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic building block featuring a unique fused ring structure that provides a rigid, three-dimensional scaffold. This compound is valued in advanced organic synthesis for its ability to impart specific steric and electronic properties to target molecules. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, potentially for central nervous system (CNS) or metabolic disorder targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides or herbicides where its unique carbocyclic structure can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis, leveraging its constrained geometry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers or liquid crystals, where the cycloheptylcyclobutane moiety can influence material properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized as a core structure in designing molecular probes to study enzyme function or protein-protein interactions.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel aroma chemicals with complex, musk-like olfactory profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cycloheptylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	66016-22-6
Molecular Formula	C12H20O2
Molecular Weight	196.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Cycloheptylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid; 3-Cycloheptyl-1-cyclobutanecarboxylic Acid; Cyclobutanecarboxylic acid, 3-cycloheptyl-; 1-Cyclobutanecarboxylic acid, 3-cycloheptyl-; 3-Cycloheptylcyclobutane-1-carboxylic acid; (3-Cycloheptylcyclobutyl)formic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cycloheptylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.