Description

Methanesulfonic Acid, Trifluoro-, (4Bs,8As)-4B,5,6,7,8,8A,9,10-Octahydro-4B,8,8-Trimethyl-3-Phenanthrenyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated methanesulfonate ester derivative, valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for introducing the highly reactive trifluoromethanesulfonyl (triflyl) group, which can facilitate challenging transformations. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing steroidal or complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Employed in the research and development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Acts as a reagent for introducing the triflyl (OTf) group, which can serve as a robust protecting group or a superior leaving group in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Catalysis and Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploring new reaction pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanesulfonic Acid, Trifluoro-, (4Bs,8As)-4B,5,6,7,8,8A,9,10-Octahydro-4B,8,8-Trimethyl-3-Phenanthrenyl Ester
CAS No.	250720-39-9
Molecular Formula	C20H27F3O3S
Molecular Weight	404.49 g/mol
Synonyms	(4bS,8aS)-4b,5,6,7,8,8a,9,10-Octahydro-4b,8,8-trimethyl-3-phenanthrenyl trifluoromethanesulfonate; Podocarp-8(14)-en-13β-yl Triflate; 13β-Trifluoromethanesulfonyloxypodocarp-8(14)-ene; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Podocarp-8(14)-en-13β-yl Ester; 13β-Triflyloxypodocarp-8(14)-ene; Podocarp-8(14)-en-13β-yl Triflate Ester; (13β)-Podocarp-8(14)-en-13-yl Trifluoromethanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our Methanesulfonic Acid, Trifluoro-, (4Bs,8As)-4B,5,6,7,8,8A,9,10-Octahydro-4B,8,8-Trimethyl-3-Phenanthrenyl Ester is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.