Description

[1R-(1Alpha,2Alpha,5Alpha)]-5-(Isopropyl)-2-Methylcyclohexan-1-Ol is a high-purity, stereochemically defined terpene alcohol, also known as Isopulegol. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in fine chemical synthesis, valued for its defined stereochemistry and functional group. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex syntheses.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals, including menthol and its derivatives.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a chiral synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of chiral pesticides and herbicides where the specific isomer activity is critical.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material or intermediate for various specialty chemicals, catalysts, and ligands.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic routes and chiral methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1R-(1Alpha,2Alpha,5Alpha)]-5-(Isopropyl)-2-Methylcyclohexan-1-Ol
CAS No.	3858-45-5
Molecular Formula	C10H20O
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Isopulegol; (1R,2S,5R)-Isopulegol; L-Isopulegol; (1R)-(-)-Isopulegol; 5-Isopropyl-2-methylcyclohexanol; p-Menth-8-en-3-ol; 8-p-Menthen-3-ol
EINECS	223-380-6

Quality Control

Every batch of our [1R-(1Alpha,2Alpha,5Alpha)]-5-(Isopropyl)-2-Methylcyclohexan-1-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for advanced synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-20° to -24° (c=1 in ethanol)
Refractive Index n20/D	1.470 - 1.476
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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