Description

[1S-(1Alpha,3Abeta,4Alpha,8Abeta,9R*)]-Decahydro-4,8,8-Trimethyl-1,4-Methanoazulene-9-Carboxaldehyde is a high-purity, stereochemically defined sesquiterpene aldehyde of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and sophisticated chiral building block for the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and fragrance development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Fine Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a starting material for the creation of unique, high-value aroma chemicals and fragrance compounds.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new stereoselective catalytic systems.
• Natural Product Synthesis: A valuable intermediate for the total synthesis of complex sesquiterpenoids and other natural products.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive for specialized polymers with specific optical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	[1S-(1Alpha,3Abeta,4Alpha,8Abeta,9R*)]-Decahydro-4,8,8-Trimethyl-1,4-Methanoazulene-9-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	25491-00-3
Molecular Formula	C15H24O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Formyldecahydro-4,8,8-trimethyl-1,4-methanoazulene; (1S,3aS,4S,8aS,9R)-Decahydro-4,8,8-trimethyl-1,4-methanoazulene-9-carbaldehyde; 1,2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,8,8a-Decahydro-4,8,8-trimethyl-1,4-methanoazulene-9-carboxaldehyde; Stereoisomer of Vetivazulene aldehyde; Sesquiterpene aldehyde C15H24O.
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Quality Control

Our [1S-(1Alpha,3Abeta,4Alpha,8Abeta,9R*)]-Decahydro-4,8,8-Trimethyl-1,4-Methanoazulene-9-Carboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC and NMR, to ensure high stereochemical purity and chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment to guarantee reproducible performance in your critical syntheses.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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