Description

5-Allyl-Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5-Ol is a specialized, high-purity synthetic intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique, functionalized polycyclic structure, which serves as a versatile building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and the synthesis of novel fragrance components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) targets.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Used in lead optimization and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its rigid, three-dimensional scaffold and allylic alcohol functionality.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing complex natural product analogs and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: The polycyclic core structure is valuable for developing novel synthetic musk analogs and other unique odorant molecules.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Potential use in the development of chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Allyl-Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5-Ol
CAS No.	60472-29-9
Molecular Formula	C13H20O
Molecular Weight	192.30 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Allyl-1,2,3,3a,4,5,6,7-Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-inden-5-ol; 5-Allyl-4,7-methanoindan-5-ol, octahydro-; 5-Allyl-4,7-methano-1H-inden-5-ol, octahydro-; 5-(2-Propen-1-yl)octahydro-4,7-methano-1H-inden-5-ol; Allyl octahydromethanoindenol
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Quality Control

Our 5-Allyl-Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral GC/HPLC to ensure stereochemical integrity where applicable. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles against agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to air and moisture; therefore, containers should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.