Description

(2S)-2,3,4,4A,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-4β,4Aβ-Dimethyl-6-(1-Methylethylidene)Naphthalen-2β-Ol is a high-purity, stereochemically defined sesquiterpene alcohol derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules.

Application

• As a chiral intermediate in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized in agrochemical research for developing new pesticides and herbicides with specific stereochemistry.
• Serves as a key building block in fragrance and flavor chemistry for creating complex terpenoid structures.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Potential precursor for the synthesis of natural product analogs and other biologically active compounds.
• Employed in the development of specialty materials and advanced polymers requiring specific molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(2S)-2,3,4,4A,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-4β,4Aβ-Dimethyl-6-(1-Methylethylidene)Naphthalen-2β-Ol
CAS No.	57422-86-3
Molecular Formula	C15H24O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Nootkatol; (2S)-Nootkatol; (2S,4aR,6R)-4,4a-Dimethyl-6-(prop-1-en-2-yl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydronaphthalen-2-ol; (1S,4aR,6R)-4,4a-Dimethyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydronaphthalen-1-ol; Nootkatol (enantiomer); Sesquiterpene alcohol 57422-86-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2S)-2,3,4,4A,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-4β,4Aβ-Dimethyl-6-(1-Methylethylidene)Naphthalen-2β-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and chiral excess are 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 place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation and oxidative degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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