Description

(-)-Nephthenol CAS NO 53915-41-6 is a chiral, optically active sesquiterpene alcohol of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis and fragrance research. Its unique stereochemistry makes it a valuable chiral building block and a key component for creating complex molecular architectures with specific olfactory profiles. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions, flavor and fragrance houses, and pharmaceutical development companies for its role in synthesizing novel compounds and high-value aroma chemicals.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of biologically active molecules, leveraging its specific stereochemistry.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used in the development of sophisticated, high-end perfumes and flavors due to its unique and complex woody, ambery olfactory characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and total synthesis projects to construct natural products and other complex organic molecules.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories as a high-purity standard for method development, calibration, and quality control of related products.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Fundamental for studies in terpene chemistry, catalysis, and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Nephthenol
CAS No.	53915-41-6
Molecular Formula	C15H26O
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Nephthenol; (1S,4aS,8aS)-1,4a-Dimethyl-7-(propan-2-yl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-ol; 1-Naphthalenol, 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a-octahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, (1S,4aS,8aS)-; Nephthenol; (-)-1-Nephthenol
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Quality Control

Our (-)-Nephthenol is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as chiral purity, chemical identity, and assay. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, minimize headspace in opened containers and handle under appropriate conditions to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details

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