Description

(1S,4Aβ,βr)-Decahydro-2β,6α-Dihydroxy-β,2,5,5,8Aα-Pentamethyl-1-Naphthalenepentanoic Acid is a high-purity, complex pentacyclic triterpenoid derivative. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and serves as a critical advanced intermediate in pharmaceutical research and synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and conducting structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in steroid and terpenoid-based therapies.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for the production of complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for organic chemistry research and method development.
• Process Development: Utilized in scaling up synthetic routes from laboratory to pilot plant scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1S,4Aβ,βr)-Decahydro-2β,6α-Dihydroxy-β,2,5,5,8Aα-Pentamethyl-1-Naphthalenepentanoic Acid
CAS No.	37409-51-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₄O₄
Molecular Weight	338.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2β,6α-Dihydroxy-β,2,5,5,8aα-pentamethyl-decahydro-1-naphthalenepentanoic acid; (1S,4aβ,8aα)-Decahydro-2β,6α-dihydroxy-β,2,5,5,8aα-pentamethyl-1-naphthalenepentanoic acid; Triterpenoid acid derivative; 2β,6α-Dihydroxypentacyclic triterpene acid; 37409-51-1; NSC 338049
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Quality Control

Our (1S,4Aβ,βr)-Decahydro-2β,6α-Dihydroxy-β,2,5,5,8Aα-Pentamethyl-1-Naphthalenepentanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets exacting research and production standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
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.