Description

3-Camphocarboxylic Acid Bismuth Salt is a specialized organometallic compound derived from camphor, serving as a versatile catalyst and stabilizer in high-value chemical syntheses. Its unique structure provides excellent Lewis acid characteristics and thermal stability, making it a critical performance additive for demanding industrial processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and fine chemical sectors seeking efficient and selective catalytic systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in asymmetric reactions and esterifications.
• Polymer Industry: Serves as a stabilizer and catalyst in the production of polyesters and other condensation polymers, helping to control molecular weight and prevent degradation.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized as a Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation, acylation, and other organic transformations requiring mild conditions.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a catalyst component in various metal-mediated cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for chemists in academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new catalytic methodologies and organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Camphocarboxylic Acid Bismuth Salt
CAS No.	9154-53-4
Molecular Formula	C20H28BiO4
Molecular Weight	511.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Bismuth 3-Camphorcarboxylate; Bismuth Camphorate; 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-3-carboxylic Acid Bismuth Salt; 3-Camphorcarboxylic Acid Bismuth Salt; Bismuth(III) Camphorcarboxylate; Bismuth 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-3-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Camphocarboxylic Acid Bismuth Salt is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications for catalytic and synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and performance consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Bismuth Content)	≥ 40.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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