Description

(-)-Isocembrene CAS NO 25269-16-3 is a high-purity, chiral sesquiterpene compound valued for its unique structural and olfactory properties. This compound is essential for research and development in the fragrance and flavor industry, where its specific stereochemistry imparts distinct aromatic characteristics. It is a critical intermediate for synthetic organic chemists and perfumers requiring enantiomerically pure materials for advanced formulations and novel scent creation.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: A key chiral building block for synthesizing complex, high-value aroma chemicals and perfumery compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used in asymmetric synthesis and the preparation of other natural products and terpenoids.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in chemical research exploring terpene chemistry and catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals where optical purity is critical for performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Isocembrene
CAS No.	25269-16-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₄
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,2S,4aS,8aS)-1,2,4a,5,6,8a-Hexahydro-4,7-dimethyl-1-(1-methylethyl)naphthalene; (-)-Isocembrene; Isocembrene; (1S,2S,4aS,8aS)-4,7-Dimethyl-1-(propan-2-yl)-1,2,4a,5,6,8a-hexahydronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (-)-Isocembrene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and chiral excess. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and fine chemical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details

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