Description

Rel-(1α*,6α*)-Norcarane-2β*-Ol is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring a norcarane skeleton with a hydroxyl group. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique three-dimensional structure. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in creating advanced pesticide and herbicide candidates with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a test substrate in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or additive for developing polymers with specific rigid, bicyclic architectures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological studies and complex natural product synthesis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing compounds with complex, terpene-like odor profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rel-(1α*,6α*)-Norcarane-2β*-Ol
CAS No.	7432-49-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12O
Molecular Weight	112.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Norcaranol; Bicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-ol; rel-(1R,6R)-Bicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-ol; 2-Hydroxynorcarane; Norcarane-2-ol; 2-Bicyclo[4.1.0]heptanol; (rel)-(1α,6α)-2β-Norcaranol
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Quality Control

Our Rel-(1α*,6α*)-Norcarane-2β*-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and chiral composition.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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