Description

3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl Acetate is a high-purity, specialized bicyclic monoterpene ester with a unique camphoraceous woody-amber character. This compound is valued for its role as a key fragrance intermediate and chiral building block in fine chemical synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavors & fragrances, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking consistent, high-quality organoleptic and stereochemical properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of sophisticated woody, amber, and sandalwood aroma chemicals for perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral synthon for the production of advanced, biologically active intermediates used in crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized as a stereochemically defined building block in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and other advanced organic reactions requiring rigid, bicyclic frameworks.
• Functional Fluids & Additives: Potential use in the formulation of high-performance lubricants and specialty chemical additives where thermal and oxidative stability are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl Acetate
CAS No.	94134-25-5
Molecular Formula	C11H18O2
Molecular Weight	182.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Norbornanol, 3,3-dimethyl-, acetate (8CI); 3,3-Dimethyl-2-norbornanyl acetate; 3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-yl acetate; 3,3-Dimethyl-2-norbornanol acetate; Fenchyl acetate derivative; 3,3-Dimethyl-exo-norbornan-2-yl acetate; Campholenic acetate derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3,3-Dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including GC and chiral HPLC, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity and compliance with agreed specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (main isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4650 - 1.4750
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.970 - 0.990

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