Description

2-Butyl-5-Hexyl-2,3,3A,4,5,6,7,7A-Octahydro-1H-Indene is a specialized, high-purity synthetic intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique polycyclic hydrocarbon structure, which makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for the development of novel active ingredients and high-value functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, multi-ring structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific hydrocarbon frameworks.
• Specialty Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating unique, long-lasting musk or amber-type scent molecules in high-end perfumery.
• Advanced Material Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystals with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D as a model substrate or ligand precursor for developing new synthetic methodologies and catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butyl-5-Hexyl-2,3,3A,4,5,6,7,7A-Octahydro-1H-Indene
CAS No.	55044-33-2
Molecular Formula	C19H34
Molecular Weight	262.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butyl-5-hexyloctahydro-1H-indene; 1H-Indene, 2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,7a-octahydro-2-butyl-5-hexyl-; Octahydro-2-butyl-5-hexyl-1H-indene; Indane, 2-butyl-5-hexyloctahydro-; 2-n-Butyl-5-n-hexyloctahydroindene; 2-Butyl-5-hexyl-perhydroindene
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Butyl-5-Hexyl-2,3,3A,4,5,6,7,7A-Octahydro-1H-Indene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

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. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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