Description

1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,8-Dione,6-Ethyl-1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-,(1R,4S,4Ar,8As)-Rel-(9Ci) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined synthetic intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its complex, fused ring structure which serves as a versatile building block for the development of novel compounds. This product is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating new active ingredients and exploring structure-activity relationships.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel pesticides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its unique molecular scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a sophisticated precursor for complex natural product synthesis and the preparation of specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Potential intermediate in the development of advanced organic electronic materials or specialty polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,8-Dione,6-Ethyl-1,4,4A,8A-Tetrahydro-,(1R,4S,4Ar,8As)-Rel-(9Ci)
CAS No.	481701-45-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	228.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Ethyl-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene-5,8-dione; rel-(1R,4S,4aR,8aS)-6-Ethyl-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-methanonaphthalene-5,8-dione; (1R,4S,4aR,8aS)-6-Ethyl-1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-epoxynaphthalene-5,8-dione; 6-Ethyl-1,4:5,8-diepoxynaphthalene (stereospecific); Bicyclic naphthoquinone derivative; Ethyl-substituted methanonaphthalenedione; Stereoisomer of 481701-45-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Methanonaphthalene-5,8-Dione derivative is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere if found to be easily oxidized.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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