Description

7A-Methyl-1-(1,4,5-Trimethyl-Hex-2-Enyl)-Octahydro-Inden-4-Ol is a complex, high-purity synthetic intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a sophisticated building block in the development of novel chemical entities, where its unique steroidal/terpenoid-like fused ring structure provides a valuable scaffold. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for creating new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel steroid analogs or other bioactive molecules for drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new plant growth regulators or pesticides with complex molecular architectures.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate for creating unique musk-like or woody odorants due to its polycyclic, saturated indane structure.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals or specialty polymers, requiring rigid, chiral components.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies in stereoselective synthesis and natural product analog creation.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Potential use in the synthesis of chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	7A-Methyl-1-(1,4,5-Trimethyl-Hex-2-Enyl)-Octahydro-Inden-4-Ol
CAS No.	55812-82-3
Molecular Formula	C20H36O
Molecular Weight	292.50 g/mol
Synonyms	7a-Methyl-1-[(1E)-1,4,5-trimethyl-2-hexen-1-yl]octahydro-4-indenol; (4S,4aS,7aR)-7a-Methyl-1-[(1E)-1,4,5-trimethylhex-2-en-1-yl]octahydro-4-indenol; 7a-Methyl-1-[(1E)-1,4,5-trimethyl-2-hexenyl]octahydro-4-indenol; Ambrosanol; Polycyclic alcohol intermediate CAS 55812-82-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7A-Methyl-1-(1,4,5-Trimethyl-Hex-2-Enyl)-Octahydro-Inden-4-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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