Description

(1S)-1,2,3,4,4A,6,7,8,10,10Aα-Decahydro-1,4Aβ-Dimethyl-7α-(1-Methylethyl)-1β-Phenanthrenecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, sterically defined diterpenoid ester of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical chiral intermediate for the development of complex natural product analogs and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block in the synthesis of complex diterpenoid-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development, including stereoselective transformations and total synthesis projects.
• Natural Product Analog Development: Serves as a core scaffold for creating novel analogs of bioactive natural products for biological screening.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step manufacturing of high-value specialty chemicals for agrochemical and material science applications.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related chemical processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(1S)-1,2,3,4,4A,6,7,8,10,10Aα-Decahydro-1,4Aβ-Dimethyl-7α-(1-Methylethyl)-1β-Phenanthrenecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	33952-80-6
Molecular Formula	C21H32O2
Molecular Weight	316.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (1S,4aS,7R,10aR)-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(propan-2-yl)-1,2,3,4,4a,6,7,8,10,10a-decahydrophenanthrene-1-carboxylate; 7-Isopropyl-1,4a-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,6,7,8,10,10a-decahydrophenanthrene-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Abietic acid methyl ester derivative; Diterpenoid methyl ester; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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