Description

(+)-Polyalthic Acid Methyl Ester CAS NO 10267-15-9 is a high-purity, optically active diterpenoid derivative valued for its specific stereochemistry and functional group profile. This compound serves as a critical chiral intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate for complex organic molecules in specialty chemistry.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic method development for quality control.
• Academic & R&D: Utilized in university and corporate research laboratories for studying diterpenoid chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and stereoselective synthesis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex, naturally-derived aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Polyalthic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	10267-15-9
Molecular Formula	C21H32O3
Molecular Weight	332.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (+)-polyalthate; Methyl polyalthate; Polyalthic acid methyl ester; (1R,4aS,8aS)-1,4a-Dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a-octahydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; NSC 267243; ent-Pimaric acid methyl ester derivative; Diterpenoid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our (+)-Polyalthic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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