Description

2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10-Octahydro-2,2,4,7,7,9-Hexamethyl-5,9-Methanobenzocycloocten-5(1H)-Ol is a high-purity, complex polycyclic alcohol of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical chiral intermediate and building block for the development of sophisticated fragrance molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the fine chemical, fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to create novel, high-value compounds with specific stereochemistry and olfactory properties.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: A key chiral precursor for the synthesis of complex, high-value musks and other macrocyclic fragrance compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized as a sophisticated building block in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific polycyclic frameworks.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate in advanced organic chemistry for constructing complex, multi-ring molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals where its unique sterically hindered structure imparts specific physical or chemical properties.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D labs for studying stereoselective reactions and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Potential application as an intermediate in the synthesis of advanced, structurally complex agrochemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10-Octahydro-2,2,4,7,7,9-Hexamethyl-5,9-Methanobenzocycloocten-5(1H)-Ol
CAS No.	16004-84-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₀O
Molecular Weight	262.43 g/mol
Synonyms	5,9-Methanobenzocycloocten-5-ol, 2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10-octahydro-2,2,4,7,7,9-hexamethyl-; 1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9-Octahydro-2,2,4,7,7,9-hexamethyl-5H-5,9-methanobenzocycloocten-5-ol; 5,9-Methano-5H-benzocycloocten-5-ol, octahydrohexamethyl-; Polycyclic musk alcohol intermediate; Hexamethyl methanobenzocyclooctenol; Tonalid related alcohol; AHCO (abbreviation); Musk intermediate alcohol.
EINECS	240-159-1

Quality Control

Our production of 2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10-Octahydro-2,2,4,7,7,9-Hexamethyl-5,9-Methanobenzocycloocten-5(1H)-Ol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment. We support customer audits and can tailor quality specifications to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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