Description

[3S-(3Alpha,3Aalpha,6Alpha,8Aalpha)]-Octahydro-7,7-Dimethyl-8-Methylene-1H-3A,6-Methanoazulene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, complex bicyclic carboxylic acid derivative with a defined stereochemistry, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, functionalized structure makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures where precise spatial orientation is required. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in therapeutic areas requiring complex, stereochemically defined molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the creation of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on catalysis, stereoselective synthesis, and natural product analogs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid functionality and unique scaffold can be utilized to develop novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	[3S-(3Alpha,3Aalpha,6Alpha,8Aalpha)]-Octahydro-7,7-Dimethyl-8-Methylene-1H-3A,6-Methanoazulene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	16203-25-1
Molecular Formula	C15H22O2
Molecular Weight	234.33 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,3aS,6R,8aS)-1,2,3,3a,4,5,6,8a-Octahydro-7,7-dimethyl-8-methylene-1H-3a,6-methanoazulene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-7,7-dimethyl-8-methylenebicyclo[4.3.1]decane; 7,7-Dimethyl-8-methylenebicyclo[4.3.1]decane-3-carboxylic acid; A derivative of bicyclo[4.3.1]decane carboxylic acid; Chiral bicyclic carboxylic acid intermediate
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Quality Control

Our [3S-(3Alpha,3Aalpha,6Alpha,8Aalpha)]-Octahydro-7,7-Dimethyl-8-Methylene-1H-3A,6-Methanoazulene-3-Carboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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