Description

(4As)-6-Acetyloxy-3,4,4A,9,10,10Aα-Hexahydro-1,1,4Aβ-Trimethyl-7-(1-Methylethyl)-2(1H)-Phenanthrenone is a complex, high-purity synthetic intermediate with a sterically defined phenanthrenone core structure. This compound is valued for its precise stereochemistry and functional groups, which make it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active compounds and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly for complex small-molecule drugs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a sophisticated building block for constructing complex natural product analogs and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and process chemistry development due to its intricate stereogenic centers.
• Material Science Research: Potential precursor for the synthesis of organic semiconductors or liquid crystals, exploring its rigid, polycyclic framework.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4As)-6-Acetyloxy-3,4,4A,9,10,10Aα-Hexahydro-1,1,4Aβ-Trimethyl-7-(1-Methylethyl)-2(1H)-Phenanthrenone
CAS No.	18385-56-3
Molecular Formula	C22H30O3
Molecular Weight	342.47 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Acetyloxy-3,4,4a,9,10,10aα-hexahydro-1,1,4aβ-trimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-2(1H)-phenanthrenone; 6-Acetoxy-3,4,4a,9,10,10a-hexahydro-1,1,4a-trimethyl-7-isopropyl-2(1H)-phenanthrenone; 7-Isopropyl-1,1,4a-trimethyl-6-acetoxy-1,2,3,4,4a,9,10,10a-octahydrophenanthren-2-one; Podocarp-8(14)-en-13-one, 6-acetoxy-13-methyl-; A key diterpenoid intermediate.
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Quality Control

Our (4As)-6-Acetyloxy-3,4,4A,9,10,10Aα-Hexahydro-1,1,4Aβ-Trimethyl-7-(1-Methylethyl)-2(1H)-Phenanthrenone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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