Description

(1R)-1α-Methyl-4β-Isopropyl-6-Methylene-1,2,3,4,6,7,8,8Aβ-Octahydronaphthalene is a high-purity, stereochemically defined bicyclic terpene derivative. This compound serves as a critical chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a rigid, functionalized decalin framework. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid-like or terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the creation of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex, naturally-derived odorants and flavor compounds due to its terpenoid backbone.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with unique structural properties.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in chromatography (GC, HPLC) for quality control and research in related chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R)-1α-Methyl-4β-Isopropyl-6-Methylene-1,2,3,4,6,7,8,8Aβ-Octahydronaphthalene
CAS No.	54324-03-7
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,4R,8aS)-1,4-Dimethyl-7-methylene-1,2,3,4,6,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalene; (1R,4R,8aS)-1,4-Dimethyl-7-methylenedecalin; 1,4-Dimethyl-7-methylenedecalin; 6-Methylene-1,4-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,6,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalene; 1,4-Dimethyl-7-methylenedecahydronaphthalene; Terpene derivative C15H24; Bicyclic terpene intermediate.
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Quality Control

Our production of (1R)-1α-Methyl-4β-Isopropyl-6-Methylene-1,2,3,4,6,7,8,8Aβ-Octahydronaphthalene adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure high chemical and stereochemical purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data is supplied with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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