Description

(1R,4Aβ,8Aα)-Decahydro-α,α,7β-Trimethyl-4-Methylene-1-Naphthalenemethanol is a high-purity, functionalized decalin derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and fragrance development. The product is supplied with a CAS number of 14107-43-8.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural product analogs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block for constructing complex, polycyclic organic molecules in research and custom synthesis projects.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for the development of unique, woody, and amber-like fragrance components due to its decalin backbone structure.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development and testing of new chiral catalysts and synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for the synthesis of specialized polymers with specific stereochemical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(1R,4Aβ,8Aα)-Decahydro-α,α,7β-Trimethyl-4-Methylene-1-Naphthalenemethanol
CAS No.	14107-43-8
Molecular Formula	C15H26O
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthalenemethanol, decahydro-α,α,7-trimethyl-4-methylene-, (1R,4aβ,8aα)-; (1R,4aS,8aS)-4-Methylene-α,α,7-trimethyl-1-decalinmethanol; (1R,4aS,8aS)-4-Methylene-α,α,7-trimethyl-1-decalylmethanol; 4-Methylene-α,α,7-trimethyl-1-decalinmethanol; A chiral decalin methanol derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of (1R,4Aβ,8Aα)-Decahydro-α,α,7β-Trimethyl-4-Methylene-1-Naphthalenemethanol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and chiral integrity, typically including assay by GC or HPLC, chiral purity determination, and identification by spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% 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.