Description

(4Aα,8Aα)-Decalin-4A,8A-Diol is a high-purity, stereochemically defined diol derivative of decalin. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering a rigid, fused bicyclic framework. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring rigid, lipophilic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides where the decalin structure imparts specific biological activity and stability.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands used in enantioselective catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Material Science Research: Building block for polymers and advanced materials where the diol functionality allows for polymerization or cross-linking.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile tool for methodological studies in organic chemistry and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4Aα,8Aα)-Decalin-4A,8A-Diol
CAS No.	28795-95-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-Decahydronaphthalene-4a,8a-diol; (4aR,8aR)-Decalin-4a,8a-diol; (4aα,8aα)-Decahydro-2-naphthalenediol; 4a,8a-Decalindiol; Decalin-4a,8a-diol; Bicyclo[4.4.0]decane-4a,8a-diol; (4aR,8aR)-4a,8a-Dihydroxydecahydronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4Aα,8Aα)-Decalin-4A,8A-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and development use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% de
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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