Description

8-(2-Naphthyl)-5,6-trans-5,6-Methano-7-Octenoic Acid is a specialized, high-purity organic compound featuring a unique bridged methano structure attached to a naphthyl moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a critical chiral building block and advanced pharmaceutical intermediate in complex synthetic pathways. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and chiral catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly for complex, stereospecific molecules.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated building block for constructing complex organic frameworks in custom synthesis and process development.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the development of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis, enhancing the efficiency and selectivity of chemical reactions.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cycloaddition reactions and stereochemistry research.
• Material Science Research: Potential precursor for specialized polymers or advanced organic materials with specific structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(2-Naphthyl)-5,6-trans-5,6-Methano-7-Octenoic Acid
CAS No.	96314-49-7
Molecular Formula	C20H22O2
Molecular Weight	294.39 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-8-(2-Naphthyl)-5,6-methano-7-octenoic acid; 5,6-Methano-8-(2-naphthyl)-7-octenoic acid; 8-(Naphthalen-2-yl)-5,6-methano-7-octenoic acid; (1R,2S,5R)-5-(2-Carboxyethyl)-2-(naphthalen-2-yl)bicyclo[3.1.0]hexane; Bicyclo[3.1.0]hexane-2-acetic acid, 6-(2-naphthyl)-, (1R,2S,5R)-rel-; A chiral naphthyl-methano acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of 8-(2-Naphthyl)-5,6-trans-5,6-Methano-7-Octenoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing full specification data is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.