Description

[1S-(1Alpha,4Alpha,7Alpha)]-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-1,4,9,9-Tetramethyl-4,7-Methanoazulene is a high-purity sesquiterpene hydrocarbon with a complex, rigid tricyclic structure. This compound is valued for its unique molecular framework, which serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories, fragrance and flavor houses, and pharmaceutical companies for the synthesis of complex natural products, specialty aroma chemicals, and novel active ingredients.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals with woody, amber, or musky olfactory notes.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a chiral scaffold or starting material in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and complex natural product analogs.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing complex polycyclic structures in academic and industrial research.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of fine chemicals, catalysts, and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and research in fragrance and chemical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1S-(1Alpha,4Alpha,7Alpha)]-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-1,4,9,9-Tetramethyl-4,7-Methanoazulene
CAS No.	514-51-2
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Longifolene; (1S,4S,7S)-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-1,4,9,9-tetramethyl-4,7-methanoazulene; (-)-Longifolene; L-α-Longifolene; Juniper camphor; Kautschin
EINECS	208-178-3

Quality Control

Our [1S-(1Alpha,4Alpha,7Alpha)]-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-1,4,9,9-Tetramethyl-4,7-Methanoazulene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and specific physical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain optimal purity and stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity ([α]D)	Contact for details
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.500 - 1.510
Specific Rotation ([α]20/D)	-40° to -50° (c=1 in CHCl3)

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