Description

Decahydro-2,2,9,9A-Tetramethyl-1,4-Methano-3-Benzoxepine-5,10-Diol is a complex, polycyclic organic compound with a unique bridged structure, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its functional diol groups and rigid molecular framework, which are critical for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals with specific performance characteristics. This compound is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications in fragrance synthesis, polymer modification, and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel, high-value aroma chemicals and fixatives due to its complex, woody, and ambergris-like odor profile.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a key chiral building block or precursor in the development of new therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability or specific mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to construct complex molecular architectures for agrochemicals, dyes, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Utilized as a reference standard or starting material in chemical research exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decahydro-2,2,9,9A-Tetramethyl-1,4-Methano-3-Benzoxepine-5,10-Diol
CAS No.	41988-44-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₈O₃
Molecular Weight	268.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Ambrox; Ambroxan; Ambroxide; 1,5,5,9-Tetramethyl-13-oxatricyclo[8.3.0.0⁴,⁹]tridecan-6-ol; (3aR,5aS,9aS,9bR)-Dodecahydro-3a,6,6,9a-tetramethylnaphtho[2,1-b]furan; 8,12-Epoxy-13,14,15,16-tetranorlabdan-13-ol; Fixateur 404; Amberwood
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Decahydro-2,2,9,9A-Tetramethyl-1,4-Methano-3-Benzoxepine-5,10-Diol is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	75 - 80 °C
Specific Rotation	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.