Description

Labdane-6β,13-Diol is a high-purity diterpenoid diol compound, a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex natural products and pharmaceuticals. Its defined stereochemistry and functional groups make it a valuable chiral building block for research and development in fine chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Natural Product Synthesis: Used as a starting material or intermediate in the total synthesis of complex terpenoids and other natural products.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block for developing new plant growth regulators or bioactive agrochemicals with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the research and synthesis of high-value odorants and flavor compounds derived from labdane diterpenes.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create specialized molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme mechanisms.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing novel polymers with specific structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Labdane-6β,13-Diol
CAS No.	57397-30-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₆O₂
Molecular Weight	308.50 g/mol
Synonyms	6β,13-Dihydroxylabdane; (4aR,5S,6S,8aR)-5-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)-1,1,4a-trimethyl-6-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]decahydronaphthalen-2-ol; Labdane-6β,13-diol; 13-Hydroxy-6β-labdanol; NSC 338258
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Quality Control

Our Labdane-6β,13-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% de
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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