Description

1-Adamantanemethanol is a versatile and highly functionalized derivative of adamantane, prized for its rigid, cage-like structure that imparts unique chemical and physical properties. This compound serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to enhance product stability and performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key synthon for developing antiviral agents, neuroprotective drugs, and other bioactive molecules that benefit from the adamantane scaffold's metabolic stability.
• Advanced Material Science: Used in the synthesis of high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and dendrimers where thermal stability and rigid geometry are required.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed as a precursor for creating novel pesticides and herbicides with improved environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: The hydroxymethyl group provides a convenient handle for further functionalization via esterification, etherification, or oxidation, facilitating complex molecule construction.
• Ligand and Catalyst Design: Utilized to create sterically demanding ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Surface Modification: Acts as a modifier to alter surface properties in coatings and nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Adamantanemethanol
CAS No.	770-71-8
Molecular Formula	C11H18O
Molecular Weight	166.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Adamantan-1-ylmethanol; 1-Adamantylmethanol; (1-Adamantyl)methanol; 1-Hydroxymethyladamantane; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)adamantane; Tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane-1-methanol; Admantanemethanol
EINECS	212-222-0

Quality Control

Our 1-Adamantanemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118°C - 122°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.