Description

(-)-3,7-Dimethyloct-7-Enyl Benzoate is a chiral ester compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and fragrance chemistry. This specialty chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. It is particularly relevant for research and development in the pharmaceutical and flavor & fragrance industries, where precise molecular structure is critical for biological activity or olfactory profile.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or a component in the creation of complex, high-value aromatic compounds.
• Flavoring Agent Synthesis: Employed in the development of specific ester-based flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial research for constructing stereochemically defined molecular architectures.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in methodological studies involving esterification and chiral chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Incorporated into the manufacturing processes for specialty and performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-3,7-Dimethyloct-7-Enyl Benzoate
CAS No.	10486-12-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₄O₂
Molecular Weight	260.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-3,7-Dimethyl-7-octen-1-yl benzoate; (R)-3,7-Dimethyloct-7-enyl benzoate; Benzoic acid (3R)-3,7-dimethyl-7-octen-1-yl ester; (R)-Linalyl benzoate; Linalool benzoate (specific isomer); 7-Octen-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, benzoate, (3R)-; (R)-(-)-3,7-Dimethyl-7-octenyl benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (-)-3,7-Dimethyloct-7-Enyl Benzoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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