Description

[1S-(1Alpha,2Beta,5Alpha)]-2,6,6-Trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Heptan-3-One is a high-purity, chiral terpenoid ketone valued for its specific stereochemistry and clean olfactory profile. This compound is a key intermediate and building block in the synthesis of fine chemicals and advanced materials, where precise molecular structure is critical for performance. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries for creating sophisticated aroma chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A crucial chiral building block for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals, imparting fresh, pine, or woody notes.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a stereochemically defined intermediate in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material or intermediate for complex organic syntheses in agrochemicals and specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying terpenoid chemistry, catalysis, and chiral synthesis pathways.
• Essential Oil Modification: Used to enhance or modify the olfactory characteristics of natural essential oil compositions.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1S-(1Alpha,2Beta,5Alpha)]-2,6,6-Trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Heptan-3-One
CAS No.	14575-93-0
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Myrtenal; (1S,2R,5S)-Myrtenal; L-Myrtenal; (1S)-6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylidenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptane-3-carboxaldehyde; (1S,5S)-6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylidenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptane-3-carbaldehyde; (-)-2-Pinen-10-al
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Quality Control

Our [1S-(1Alpha,2Beta,5Alpha)]-2,6,6-Trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Heptan-3-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure consistent identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use and stored away from heat sources and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.505 - 1.515
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.980 - 0.990

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