Description

2-Acetyl-6-Methyl-1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene is a high-purity, complex bicyclic ketone derivative with the CAS number 41723-99-3. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique structural framework. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) or anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its bicyclic structure can contribute to unique biological activity.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for sophisticated musk-like or woody aroma chemicals due to its complex, saturated hydrocarbon backbone with a ketone functional group.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable scaffold in academic and industrial research for studying Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation, and other transformations of bridged polycyclic systems.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands, catalysts, or monomers for advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Acetyl-6-Methyl-1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene
CAS No.	41723-99-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	204.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetyl-6-methyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene; 6-Methyl-2-acetyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene; 1,4-Methano-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-6-yl methyl ketone; 2-Acetyl-6-methyloctahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2-acetyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-1,4-methano-6-methyl-; (1R,4S,4aS,8aR)-2-Acetyl-6-methyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene (stereoisomer)
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Acetyl-6-Methyl-1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-1,4-Methanonaphthalene is produced and analyzed under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production requirements.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.