Description

Pinocarveol,[1S-(1-α-5-Alpha)]6,6-Dimethyl-2-Methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]Heptan-3-Ol is a bicyclic monoterpenoid alcohol with a distinctive pinane skeleton, serving as a valuable chiral intermediate and fragrance ingredient. Its rigid molecular structure and defined stereochemistry make it a crucial building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules and fine-tuning olfactory profiles. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, flavor & fragrance houses, and manufacturers of high-value specialty chemicals seeking reliable, high-purity chiral synthons.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Used as a key intermediate or modifier in the synthesis of sophisticated woody, pine, and herbal aroma chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its stereochemical purity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty pesticides and herbicides where its bicyclic structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a starting material or ligand precursor in asymmetric synthesis and catalytic reactions due to its defined three-dimensional geometry.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying terpene chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and natural product synthesis.
• Fine Chemicals: Incorporated into the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring high-purity, optically active terpenoid components.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Pinocarveol,[1S-(1-α-5-Alpha)]6,6-Dimethyl-2-Methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]Heptan-3-Ol
CAS No.	4955-29-7
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,5R)-6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylidenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptan-3-ol; (-)-Pinocarveol; (1S,5R)-Pinocarveol; 2-Pinen-4-ol; 6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptan-3-ol; Pinocarveol; [1S-(1α,5α)]-6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptan-3-ol
EINECS	225-589-6

Quality Control

Our Pinocarveol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and chiral analysis to confirm identity, potency, and enantiomeric excess. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	Contact for details
Refractive Index n20/D	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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