Description

6-Methoxytricyclo[4.3.1.13,8]Undecane is a specialized tricyclic organic compound featuring a methoxy functional group, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique bridged-ring structure makes it a key precursor for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of novel fragrances, flavors, and pharmaceutical candidates. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the fine chemical, fragrance & flavor, and life science industries seeking to create innovative products with specific olfactory or biological properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: A critical intermediate for creating novel musk-like, woody, or amber odorants in high-end perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a sophisticated scaffold or building block in medicinal chemistry for the discovery and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: Used as a versatile intermediate in multi-step synthetic routes to construct complex polycyclic frameworks for advanced materials.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of new crop protection agents and specialty agrochemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic synthesis, catalysis, and structural chemistry within university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methoxytricyclo[4.3.1.13,8]Undecane
CAS No.	21898-92-0
Molecular Formula	C12H20O
Molecular Weight	180.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxytricyclo[4.3.1.13,8]undecane; 1-Methoxy-4,4,7,7-tetramethyltricyclo[4.3.1.13,8]undecane; 6-Methoxy-1,3,3-trimethyl-2-oxabicyclo[2.2.2]octane (related structural name); Methoxy tricycloundecane; Tricyclo[4.3.1.13,8]undecane, 6-methoxy-; Potential fragrance intermediate names (trade-specific).
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methoxytricyclo[4.3.1.13,8]Undecane is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific research, development, or manufacturing requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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