Description

(2S)-Decahydro-5β,8Aα-Dimethyl-2β,4Aβ-Naphthalenediol is a high-purity, stereochemically defined diol compound that serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, fused-ring structure and specific stereochemistry make it valuable for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise spatial orientation. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty materials where stereochemical integrity is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, including steroids and other bioactive molecules.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to induce chirality in target molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in methodological studies and process chemistry development for constructing complex polycyclic systems.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing polymers with unique structural properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(2S)-Decahydro-5β,8Aα-Dimethyl-2β,4Aβ-Naphthalenediol
CAS No.	60433-05-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S,4aR,5S,8aS)-Decahydro-5,8a-dimethyl-2-naphthalenol; (2S)-Perhydro-5β,8aα-dimethyl-2β,4aβ-naphthalenediol; 5β,8aα-Dimethyl-2β,4aβ-decahydronaphthalene-2,4a-diol (2S-form); trans-Decalin-2,4a-diol derivative; Chiral decalin diol; Stereoisomer of podocarp-8(14)-en-13-ol-15-oic acid derivative. Contact for additional aliases.
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Quality Control

Every batch of (2S)-Decahydro-5β,8Aα-Dimethyl-2β,4Aβ-Naphthalenediol is produced under strict quality management protocols. We ensure high chiral purity and chemical integrity through advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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