Description

Bicyclo[3.1.1]Heptane-1-Carboxylic Acid CAS NO 91239-72-4 is a specialized bicyclic carboxylic acid derivative, valued for its unique and rigid molecular scaffold. This compound serves as a critical high-purity building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical research sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry and the synthesis of fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring constrained, bicyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its structural rigidity can impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for designing specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced polymers and specialty chemicals with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma compounds with specific olfactory characteristics.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[3.1.1]Heptane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	91239-72-4
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bicyclo[3.1.1]heptanecarboxylic acid; Bicyclo[3.1.1]heptane-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Norcarenecarboxylic acid; 1-Carboxynorcarane; Norcarane-1-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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