Description

[1R-(1Alpha,3Beta,5Alpha)]-6,6-Dimethyl-2-Methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-3-Yl Acetate CAS NO 39776-85-7 is a high-purity, synthetically derived bicyclic monoterpenoid acetate. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and serves as a crucial chiral intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in terpene-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation pesticides and herbicides that leverage terpenoid scaffolds for bioactivity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for the creation of sophisticated, nature-identical aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Chemical Research: An essential reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial laboratories studying terpene chemistry and catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various technological applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1R-(1Alpha,3Beta,5Alpha)]-6,6-Dimethyl-2-Methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-3-Yl Acetate
CAS No.	39776-85-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	194.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Myrtenyl Acetate; (1R,3R,5S)-2-Methylene-6,6-dimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]heptan-3-yl acetate; L-Myrtenyl acetate; (1R)-(-)-Myrtenyl Acetate; 2-Methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptan-3-ol, 6,6-dimethyl-, acetate, (1R,3R,5S)-; Bicyclo[3.1.1]hept-3-yl acetate, 2-methylene-6,6-dimethyl-, (1R,3R,5S)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of [1R-(1Alpha,3Beta,5Alpha)]-6,6-Dimethyl-2-Methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]Hept-3-Yl Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]D20	-30° to -40° (c=1 in CHCl₃)
Refractive Index n20/D	1.470 - 1.480
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.970 - 0.990

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