Description

(-)-Humulene Epoxide Ii is a specific stereoisomer of a sesquiterpene epoxide, a natural product derivative of humulene. This compound is valued for its unique chemical structure and serves as a critical chiral intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for developing novel compounds and ensuring product quality.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Ingredient: Used as a building block or reference standard in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and natural product analogs.
• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the development of novel therapeutic agents and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of new pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Essential for qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., GC, HPLC) in quality control laboratories for product identification and purity assessment.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for studying terpene chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and catalysis.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Used in the synthesis and study of other sesquiterpenoids and their derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Humulene Epoxide Ii
CAS No.	19888-34-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-α-Humulene epoxide II; (1R,4R,4aS,8aS)-4,8,8-Trimethyl-9-oxatricyclo[5.4.0.04,8]undecane; α-Humulene epoxide II; Humulene epoxide II; 1,2-Epoxyhumulene; 1,10-Epoxyhumulene; 1,10-Humulene epoxide; 1,10-α-Humulene epoxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (-)-Humulene Epoxide Ii is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, we recommend keeping the product under an inert atmosphere at temperatures between 2-8°C to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Optical Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Specific Gravity	Contact for details

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