Description

3-Amino-2-Norbornanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized bicyclic amino acid derivative featuring a rigid norbornane skeleton. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing conformational constraints. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors developing novel active compounds, as well as for academic institutions exploring asymmetric synthesis and peptide mimetics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of constrained peptides and protease inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for synthesizing novel herbicides and pesticides with enhanced stereoselectivity.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Used as a ligand precursor or chiral auxiliary in stereoselective synthesis.
• Peptidomimetics: Core structure for creating conformationally restricted peptide analogs in drug discovery.
• Material Science: Potential monomer for synthesizing specialty polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Academic & R&D: Valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-2-Norbornanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	76198-36-2
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO2
Molecular Weight	155.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Norbornanecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-; 3-Aminobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Amino-2-carboxynorbornane; (1R,2S,3R,4S)-3-Aminobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic acid (for specific stereoisomer); 3-Amino-2-norbornancecarboxylic acid; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic acid, 3-amino-; 3-Amino-2-norborneanecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-2-Norbornanecarboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee (by Chiral HPLC)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.