Description

Monoethyl 2-Adamantylidenesuccinate is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a rigid adamantane core. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical agents and sophisticated fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development teams and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to incorporate the unique steric and electronic properties of the adamantyl group into novel molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and viral infections, where the adamantane moiety is pharmacologically significant.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the stability and lipophilicity of the adamantyl structure.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polymers, resins, and coatings with enhanced thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures via reactions such as Michael additions, esterifications, and cyclizations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of novel ligands for catalytic systems or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Monoethyl 2-Adamantylidenesuccinate
CAS No.	70468-44-9
Molecular Formula	C16H22O4
Molecular Weight	278.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Adamantan-2-ylidene)succinic acid monoethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(2-adamantylidene)succinate; Monoethyl ester of 2-adamantylidenesuccinic acid; 2-Adamantylidenesuccinic Acid Monoethyl Ester; Adamantylidenesuccinate Monoethyl Ester; (2-Adamantylidene)butanedioic Acid 1-Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Hydrogen 2-Adamantylidenesuccinate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Monoethyl 2-Adamantylidenesuccinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

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