CAS 16668-45-4

ALPHA-CHLORO-3,5,7-TRIMETHYL-1-ADAMANTANEACETIC ACID

Description:

Alpha-Chloro-3,5,7-trimethyl-1-adamantaneacetic acid, with the CAS number 16668-45-4, is a chemical compound characterized by its adamantane structure, which is a polycyclic hydrocarbon known for its stability and unique three-dimensional shape. This compound features a chlorine atom substituted at the alpha position and three methyl groups at the 3, 5, and 7 positions of the adamantane framework, contributing to its steric hindrance and potentially influencing its reactivity and solubility. The presence of the acetic acid functional group indicates that it can participate in acid-base reactions and may exhibit biological activity. Its unique structure may also impart specific properties such as lipophilicity, which can affect its interaction with biological membranes. Due to its structural complexity, this compound may be of interest in medicinal chemistry and materials science, although specific applications and biological effects would require further investigation. Safety and handling precautions should be observed, as with all chemical substances, due to potential toxicity or reactivity.

Formula: C₁₅H₂₃ClO₂

InChI: InChI=1/C15H23ClO2/c1-12-4-13(2)6-14(3,5-12)9-15(7-12,8-13)10(16)11(17)18/h10H,4-9H2,1-3H3,(H,17,18)

SMILES: CC12CC3(C)CC(C)(C1)CC(C2)(C3)C(C(=O)O)Cl

Synonyms:

• Acide chloro(3,5,7-triméthyladamantan-1-yl)acétique
• Chlor(3,5,7-trimethyladamantan-1-yl)essigs?ure
• Chloro(3,5,7-Trimethyladamantan-1-Yl)Acetic Acid
• Tricyclo[3.3.1.1~3,7~]Decane-1-Acetic Acid, Alpha-Chloro-3,5,7-Trimethyl-
• Chloro(3,5,7-Trimethyltricyclo[3.3.1.1~3,7~]Dec-1-Yl)Acetic Acid