Description

(4R)-2,3,4,4Aβ,5,6,8,11,11Aβ,11B-Decahydro-4,8α,9,11Bα-Tetramethyl-1H-Cyclohepta[A]Naphthalene-4-Methanol is a high-purity, complex polycyclic organic compound that serves as a critical chiral intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique sterically defined structure makes it valuable for creating molecules with specific three-dimensional configurations, which is essential for developing compounds with targeted biological activity. This product is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring complex stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides where the spatial orientation of the molecule affects efficacy.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a sophisticated building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reference standard and starting material for methodological studies in organic chemistry, catalysis, and asymmetric synthesis.
• Process Chemistry Development: Employed in scaling up synthetic routes from laboratory to pilot plant scale for new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4R)-2,3,4,4Aβ,5,6,8,11,11Aβ,11B-Decahydro-4,8α,9,11Bα-Tetramethyl-1H-Cyclohepta[A]Naphthalene-4-Methanol
CAS No.	38643-45-7
Molecular Formula	C20H32O
Molecular Weight	288.47 g/mol
Synonyms	(4R)-Labd-13-ene-8α,15-diol (8α,13R)-isomer; (4R)-2,3,4,4a,5,6,8,11,11a,11b-Decahydro-4,8a,9,11b-tetramethyl-1H-cyclohepta[a]naphthalene-4-methanol; (4R)-4,8a,9,11b-Tetramethyldodecahydro-1H-cyclohepta[a]naphthalen-4-ol; A key intermediate in sclareolide synthesis; Polycyclic labdane diterpenoid derivative; Chiral decalin derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4R)-2,3,4,4Aβ,5,6,8,11,11Aβ,11B-Decahydro-4,8α,9,11Bα-Tetramethyl-1H-Cyclohepta[A]Naphthalene-4-Methanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality 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 compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.