Description

1,4A-Dimethyl-7-Propan-2-Yl-2,3,4,9,10,10A-Hexahydrophenanthrene-1-Carboxylic Acid is a complex, polycyclic organic acid derivative with a CAS registry number of 2501-27-1. This compound serves as a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex steroid-like molecules and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in research-scale and pilot-scale reactions to construct intricate polycyclic frameworks.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the research and synthesis of novel, high-performance crop protection agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a critical reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4A-Dimethyl-7-Propan-2-Yl-2,3,4,9,10,10A-Hexahydrophenanthrene-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	2501-27-1
Molecular Formula	C20H26O2
Molecular Weight	298.42 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4a-Dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-1,2,3,4,4a,9,10,10a-octahydrophenanthrene-1-carboxylic acid; 1,4a-Dimethyl-7-isopropyl-1,2,3,4,4a,9,10,10a-octahydrophenanthrene-1-carboxylic acid; 7-Isopropyl-1,4a-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,9,10,10a-octahydrophenanthrene-1-carboxylic acid; Podocarpic Acid; 13-Isopropylpodocarpa-8,11,13-trien-16-oic Acid (related structure); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,4A-Dimethyl-7-Propan-2-Yl-2,3,4,9,10,10A-Hexahydrophenanthrene-1-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials are subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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