Description

(R)-3-Methyl-6α-[(1S)-1,5-Dimethyl-4-Hexenyl]-2-Cyclohexene-1-One is a high-purity, chiral monoterpenoid ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and unique bicyclic structure make it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex fragrance molecules and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the flavor & fragrance, fine chemical, and pharmaceutical industries for its role in creating enantiomerically pure target compounds.

Application

• Key Intermediate in Fragrance Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block for high-value, optically active fragrance ingredients, particularly woody and ambery notes.
• Chiral Building Block in Pharmaceutical R&D: Used in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereocenters.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Flavor Ingredient Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of sophisticated flavor compounds.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Utilized in chemical studies exploring terpene chemistry, asymmetric synthesis, and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-3-Methyl-6α-[(1S)-1,5-Dimethyl-4-Hexenyl]-2-Cyclohexene-1-One
CAS No.	61432-71-1
Molecular Formula	C15H24O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,4S,6S)-4-Isopropenyl-1-methyl-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one; (1R,4S,6S)-p-Menth-8-en-2-one 1,2-epoxide; 1,2-Epoxy-p-menth-8-en-2-one; 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one, 4-(1-methylethenyl)-1-methyl-, (1R,4S,6S)-; (+)-trans-2,3-Epoxycarvone; (R)-3-Methyl-6α-[(1S)-1,5-dimethyl-4-hexenyl]-2-cyclohexen-1-one
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Quality Control

Our production of (R)-3-Methyl-6α-[(1S)-1,5-Dimethyl-4-Hexenyl]-2-Cyclohexene-1-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure high chiral purity and chemical identity, with critical parameters verified by techniques including chiral HPLC, GC, and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee consistency and support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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