Description

(1Alpha,3Beta,4Alpha,6Alpha)-3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane-3,4-Diol is a high-purity, bicyclic terpene-derived diol with a unique stereochemical configuration. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries seeking to introduce specific stereochemistry and functional groups into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in steroidal or terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its bicyclic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis for creating high-value specialty chemicals with defined stereocenters.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing unique terpene-based aroma compounds and odorants.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing novel polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cyclopropanation and dihydroxylation follow-up chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1Alpha,3Beta,4Alpha,6Alpha)-3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane-3,4-Diol
CAS No.	19898-58-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-3,4-diol; (1α,3β,4α,6α)-3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-3,4-diol; Carane-3,4-diol derivative; Bicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-3,4-diol, 3,7,7-trimethyl-, (1α,3β,4α,6α)-; Trimethylcarane-3,4-diol
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Quality Control

Our (1Alpha,3Beta,4Alpha,6Alpha)-3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]Heptane-3,4-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure compliance with research and development grade specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% de
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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