Description

(1R)-(6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-2-En-2-Yl)Methyl Acetate is a high-purity chiral terpene derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its defined stereochemistry and functional group, which are essential for constructing complex molecular architectures with high enantiomeric purity. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the production of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid and terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry impacts biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for high-value aroma chemicals and flavorants, leveraging its pinane-related structure.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile starting material for academic and industrial research in asymmetric synthesis and natural product chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty catalysts and ligands used in chiral catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R)-(6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-2-En-2-Yl)Methyl Acetate
CAS No.	36203-31-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	194.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Myrtenyl Acetate; (1R)-(-)-Myrtenyl Acetate; (1R,5R)-(-)-Myrtenyl Acetate; (1R)-6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene-2-methanol, acetate; L-Myrtenyl acetate; (1R)-(-)-Myrtenol acetate; (-)-Myrtenol acetate; (1R,5R)-2-Pinen-10-yl acetate
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Quality Control

Our (1R)-(6,6-Dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-2-En-2-Yl)Methyl Acetate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by GC or HPLC, to ensure compliance with exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full chromatographic data are provided for every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]²⁰D	-30° to -40° (c=1 in CHCl₃)
Refractive Index n²⁰D	1.470 - 1.480
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.970 - 0.990

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