Description

(4S,4Aβ)-4,4A,5,6,7,8-Hexahydro-8α-[2-(3-Furyl)-2-Oxoethyl]-4-Methyl-7-Methylene-3H-4β,8Aβ-Propano-1H-2-Benzopyran-3-One is a high-purity, complex organic intermediate with a unique fused-ring structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of sophisticated molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its unique stereochemistry for biological activity.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Acts as a chiral scaffold or starting material for the production of enantiomerically pure compounds in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers with tailored optical or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4S,4Aβ)-4,4A,5,6,7,8-Hexahydro-8α-[2-(3-Furyl)-2-Oxoethyl]-4-Methyl-7-Methylene-3H-4β,8Aβ-Propano-1H-2-Benzopyran-3-One
CAS No.	6704-58-1
Molecular Formula	C20H22O4
Molecular Weight	326.39 g/mol
Synonyms	8α-[2-(3-Furyl)-2-oxoethyl]-4-methyl-7-methylene-4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-3H-4β,8aβ-propano-1H-2-benzopyran-3-one; (4S,4aβ,8aβ)-4,4a,5,6,7,8-Hexahydro-8a-[2-(3-furyl)-2-oxoethyl]-4-methyl-7-methylene-3H-4β,8aβ-propano-1H-2-benzopyran-3-one; 6704-58-1; Fused furanobenzopyranone derivative.
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Quality Control

Every batch of our (4S,4Aβ)-4,4A,5,6,7,8-Hexahydro-8α-[2-(3-Furyl)-2-Oxoethyl]-4-Methyl-7-Methylene-3H-4β,8Aβ-Propano-1H-2-Benzopyran-3-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including HPLC purity, chiral purity, and spectroscopic identification is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

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
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.