Description

Decahydro-1,1,7-Trimethyl-3A,7-Methano-3Ah-Cyclopentacyclooct-3-Yl Formate is a specialized fragrance and flavor intermediate with a complex, woody-ambery character. This compound matters for formulators seeking to create sophisticated, long-lasting, and stable aromatic profiles in high-end consumer products. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries for applications requiring unique and powerful olfactory notes.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A key building block for woody, ambery, and musky accords in perfumes, colognes, and personal care products.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used to impart complex, earthy, and balsamic nuances in specialty food and beverage flavorings.
• Functional Perfumery: Employed in air care products, detergents, and fabric softeners to provide a persistent and elegant scent.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Serves as a base note in candles, diffusers, and incense for creating warm, atmospheric fragrances.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a valuable chiral intermediate or starting material for the synthesis of other complex organic molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Decahydro-1,1,7-Trimethyl-3A,7-Methano-3Ah-Cyclopentacyclooct-3-Yl Formate
CAS No.	58096-47-2
Molecular Formula	C16H26O2
Molecular Weight	250.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Ambroxide Formate; 3a,6,6,9a-Tetramethyldodecahydronaphtho[2,1-b]furan-2-yl formate; 3a,6,6,9a-Tetramethyldodecahydronaphtho[2,1-b]furan-2-yl methanoate; Ambrox DL Formate; (3aR,5aS,9aS,9bR)-Dodecahydro-3a,6,6,9a-tetramethylnaphtho[2,1-b]furan-2-yl formate; Amberwood Formate; Woody Ambery Formate Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Decahydro-1,1,7-Trimethyl-3A,7-Methano-3Ah-Cyclopentacyclooct-3-Yl Formate is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and NMR, to ensure high purity, consistent olfactory profile, and batch-to-batch reliability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and key physical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4850 - 1.4950
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.980 - 1.020
Optical Rotation (20°C)	Contact for details

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