Description

(3Aalpha,4Alpha,5Alpha,7Alpha,7Aalpha)-Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5-Ol is a high-purity, specialized bicyclic alcohol compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique and rigid molecular framework makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the development of complex molecules. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise stereochemistry is critical. We supply this material with a focus on consistent quality and reliable availability to support your most demanding projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, polycyclic backbone.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to introduce specific stereocenters.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of novel odorants and flavorants with complex, woody, or amber characteristics.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural complexity for bioactivity.
• Material Science Monomer: Investigated as a monomer for creating specialized polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: Its structure can be functionalized to create novel ligands for transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3Aalpha,4Alpha,5Alpha,7Alpha,7Aalpha)-Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5-Ol
CAS No.	10271-45-1
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4,7-Methano-1H-inden-5-ol, octahydro-, (3aα,4α,5α,7α,7aα)-; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1S,2R,4S)- (related stereoisomer); Norborneol derivative; endo-Trimethylenenorbornanol; 5-Hydroxy-1,2,3,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methanoinden; 2-Norbornanol, 1,3,3-trimethyl-
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Quality Control

Our (3Aalpha,4Alpha,5Alpha,7Alpha,7Aalpha)-Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5-Ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity and chemical identity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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