Description

8A-Hydroxy-4A-Methyl-Decalin-2-One is a high-purity, specialized decalin derivative with a defined stereochemical structure, serving as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its significance lies in enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures found in pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, where precise stereochemistry is critical for biological activity. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and high-value specialty products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of steroid analogs, terpenoid-based therapeutics, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides that leverage its complex decalin scaffold for enhanced efficacy.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for musky, amber, or woody odorants due to its fused ring structure typical of macrocyclic musks.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex polycyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	8A-Hydroxy-4A-Methyl-Decalin-2-One
CAS No.	4707-07-7
Molecular Formula	C11H18O2
Molecular Weight	182.26 g/mol
Synonyms	8α-Hydroxy-4α-methyl-2-decalone; 4α-Methyl-8α-hydroxy-2-decalone; 8-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-decalone; 2-Decalone, 8-hydroxy-4-methyl-; (4aR,8aS)-8-Hydroxy-4a-methyl-3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-2(1H)-one; 8α-Hydroxy-4α-methyl-δ1,9-2-octalone; 4-Methyl-8-hydroxy-2-decalone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8A-Hydroxy-4A-Methyl-Decalin-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full analytical data are provided for every shipment, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% de
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.