Description

trans-2-Methyldecalin (Equatorial) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined decalin derivative, a saturated bicyclic hydrocarbon of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its rigid, well-defined equatorial conformation of the methyl group makes it an invaluable chiral building block and a non-polar, high-boiling solvent for specialized applications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise molecular geometry to control the properties of their final products.

Application

• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key chiral intermediate and a rigid scaffold for constructing complex natural products and pharmaceutical candidates.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a precursor or a fixative in the synthesis of high-value musky and amber odorants due to its stable, saturated structure.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-boiling, non-polar solvent for reactions and purifications requiring inert, non-coordinating media.
• Materials Science Research: Employed as a model compound or additive in polymer studies and liquid crystal formulations to investigate steric and conformational effects.
• Chromatography: Can be utilized as a standard or a stationary phase component in gas chromatography (GC) for separating stereoisomers.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Provides a definitive standard for analytical methods and quality control in chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-Methyldecalin (Equatorial)
CAS No.	14398-71-1
Molecular Formula	C11H20
Molecular Weight	152.28 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-2-Methyldecahydronaphthalene; (1S,2S,4aR,8aS)-2-Methyldecalin; 2-Methyldecalin, trans-; Decahydro-2-methylnaphthalene, trans-; Equatorial-2-methyldecalin; Bicyclo[4.4.0]decane, 2-methyl-, trans-; 2-Methyl-trans-decalin
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Quality Control

Our trans-2-Methyldecalin (Equatorial) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and chiral HPLC, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (trans-, Equatorial)	≥ 95.0% (by GC or chiral HPLC)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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