Description

(3Z,7Z)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-13-Oxabicyclo[8.3.0]Trideca-3,7,11,14-Tetraene is a specialized, high-purity oxabicyclic compound with the CAS number 57566-47-9. This molecule serves as a valuable advanced intermediate or building block in complex organic syntheses, particularly for the development of novel fragrance compounds, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries who require structurally unique and precisely defined starting materials.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex macrocyclic and polycyclic musk compounds, amber notes, and other high-value aroma chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a sophisticated building block for constructing novel heterocyclic scaffolds in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new active ingredients with specific stereochemistry and biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, catalysts, and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a reference standard or a critical intermediate in exploratory chemistry and process optimization studies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialty polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3Z,7Z)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-13-Oxabicyclo[8.3.0]Trideca-3,7,11,14-Tetraene
CAS No.	57566-47-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	13-Oxabicyclo[8.3.0]trideca-3,7,11,14-tetraene, 3,7,11-trimethyl-, (3Z,7Z)-; (Z,Z)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-13-oxabicyclo[8.3.0]trideca-3,7,11,14-tetraene; Ambretone; Amberketone; Oxabicyclic musk intermediate; Macrocyclic musk precursor
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Quality Control

Every batch of our (3Z,7Z)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-13-Oxabicyclo[8.3.0]Trideca-3,7,11,14-Tetraene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and isomer specificity for your critical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), isomeric purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z,Z)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.