Description

Bicyclo[3.2.0]Hept-6-Ene-3-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl-, (1Alpha,3Alpha,5Alpha)- (9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity bicyclic carboxylic acid derivative with a defined stereochemistry. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis teams requiring precise structural control for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly for complex, stereospecific drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a building block in catalytic asymmetric reactions to construct complex molecular architectures with high enantiomeric purity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of advanced, biologically active compounds for crop protection and agrochemical development.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers or liquid crystals where the rigid bicyclic structure imparts specific physical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for exploring new reaction pathways.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing unique odorants or flavor compounds with complex, bicyclic backbones.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bicyclo[3.2.0]Hept-6-Ene-3-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl-, (1Alpha,3Alpha,5Alpha)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	97634-77-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(1α,3α,5α)-3-Methylbicyclo[3.2.0]hept-6-ene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Methylbicyclo[3.2.0]hept-6-ene-3-carboxylic acid, (1α,3α,5α)-; Bicyclo[3.2.0]hept-6-ene-3-carboxylic acid, 3-methyl-, (1α,3α,5α)-; 3-Methyl-1α,3α,5α-bicyclo[3.2.0]hept-6-ene-3-carboxylic acid; (1R,3R,5S)-3-Methylbicyclo[3.2.0]hept-6-ene-3-carboxylic acid (absolute stereochemistry assignment may vary).
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment, detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

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). The compound is sensitive to strong acids and organic solvents; keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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