Description

(1R,4S,5S)-1,8-Dimethyl-4-Prop-1-En-2-Yl-Spiro[4.5]Dec-8-Ene is a high-purity, stereochemically defined spirocyclic terpene derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique rigid spirocyclic framework and defined stereochemistry make it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise spatial orientation. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, particularly for applications requiring high stereochemical fidelity, such as in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), natural product analogs, and specialty fragrances.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, including anti-inflammatory and antiviral compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry influences biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a sophisticated building block for creating complex flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a precursor for novel organic frameworks and polymers with specific structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R,4S,5S)-1,8-Dimethyl-4-Prop-1-En-2-Yl-Spiro[4.5]Dec-8-Ene
CAS No.	24048-44-0
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1,8-Dimethyl-4-(prop-1-en-2-yl)spiro[4.5]dec-8-ene; (1R,4S,5S)-1,8-Dimethyl-4-isopropenylspiro[4.5]dec-8-ene; Spiro[4.5]dec-8-ene, 1,8-dimethyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (1R,4S,5S)-; (-)-α-Camphorene; α-Camphorene; (1R,4S,5S)-α-Camphorene; 4-Isopropenyl-1,8-dimethylspiro[4.5]dec-8-ene
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Quality Control

Our (1R,4S,5S)-1,8-Dimethyl-4-Prop-1-En-2-Yl-Spiro[4.5]Dec-8-Ene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including chiral purity and impurity profiles, to support your critical R&D and scale-up processes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, enantiomeric excess, and identification is supplied with each batch and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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