Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-En-2-Ol, 1,7,7-Trimethyl-, (1R)- (9Ci) is a high-purity, chiral bicyclic terpene alcohol derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, functionalized structure is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry, which is paramount for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for applications requiring high enantiomeric purity and reliable synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides, where the specific stereochemistry can significantly influence biological activity and environmental profile.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for high-value aroma chemicals and flavoring agents, leveraging its camphor-like structural motif.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a chiral ligand or auxiliary in catalytic systems to induce enantioselectivity in various organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties derived from its bicyclic framework.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reference standard and starting material in academic laboratories for methodological development in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-En-2-Ol, 1,7,7-Trimethyl-, (1R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	742025-02-1
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-en-2-ol; (+)-2-Hydroxy-1,7,7-trimethylnorborn-2-ene; (1R)-2-Norbornen-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-; (1R)-Fencholenol; (1R)-Fencholen-2-ol; Chiral Fencholenol; (1R)-1,7,7-Trimethyl-2-norbornen-2-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Bicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-En-2-Ol, 1,7,7-Trimethyl-, (1R)- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. All materials undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, GC, NMR, and optical rotation measurement. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Optical Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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