Description

(S)-(+)-2,3,7,7A-Tetrahydro-7A-Methyl-1H is a high-purity chiral intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable building block for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and production units in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific chiral centers into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a starting material or reagent in catalytic asymmetric reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing novel, enantiopure herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands or organocatalysts for stereoselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals where optical purity is critical for performance.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable compound for methodological development and exploration of new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-2,3,7,7A-Tetrahydro-7A-Methyl-1H
CAS No.	17553-86-5
Molecular Formula	C8H12
Molecular Weight	108.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-7a-Methyl-1,2,3,7,7a-pentahydro-1H-indene; (S)-(+)-7a-Methyl-2,3,7,7a-tetrahydro-1H-indene; (S)-7a-Methyl-2,3,7,7a-tetrahydro-1H-indene; (S)-1,2,3,7,7a-Pentahydro-7a-methyl-1H-indene; (S)-(+)-7a-Methyl-1,2,3,7,7a-pentahydroindene; (S)-7a-Methyl-1,2,3,7,7a-pentahydroindene; (S)-7a-Methyl-2,3,7,7a-tetrahydroindene
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Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-2,3,7,7A-Tetrahydro-7A-Methyl-1H is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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