Description

(1R,3Aβ,7Aβ)-Octahydro-4-Methyl-8-Methylene-7α-Isopropyl-1α,4α-Methano-1H-Indene-2β,3β-Diol is a high-purity, complex sesquiterpene diol derivative with significant synthetic utility. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical and fine chemical products. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in steroid-like or terpenoid-based therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its unique bicyclic structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for high-value aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its complex terpenoid backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed as a model compound or starting material in methodological studies for asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating specialized polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(1R,3Aβ,7Aβ)-Octahydro-4-Methyl-8-Methylene-7α-Isopropyl-1α,4α-Methano-1H-Indene-2β,3β-Diol
CAS No.	55556-01-9
Molecular Formula	C15H24O2
Molecular Weight	236.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1α,4α-Methano-1H-indene-2β,3β-diol, octahydro-4-methyl-8-methylene-7-(1-methylethyl)-, (1R,3aS,7aS)-rel-; (1R,3aS,7aS)-rel-Octahydro-4-methyl-8-methylene-7-(1-methylethyl)-1,4-methano-1H-indene-2,3-diol; 2β,3β-Dihydroxy-7α-isopropyl-4-methyl-1α,4α-methano-8-methylene-cis-perhydroindane; A sesquiterpene diol derivative.
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Quality Control

Our (1R,3Aβ,7Aβ)-Octahydro-4-Methyl-8-Methylene-7α-Isopropyl-1α,4α-Methano-1H-Indene-2β,3β-Diol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full analytical data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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