Description

(-)-Linkiol CAS NO 63303-43-5 is a specific enantiomer of the Linkiol compound, a natural product derivative with a complex diterpenoid structure. This chiral molecule is of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, particularly for its potential as a key intermediate or a scaffold for bioactive molecule development. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a starting material or catalyst ligand in stereoselective reactions to create enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Employed as a molecular scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the discovery of new therapeutic agents.
• Natural Product Analog Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the semi-synthesis of analogs of complex natural products for biological evaluation.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in research and development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Linkiol
CAS No.	63303-43-5
Molecular Formula	C20H30O2
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Linkiol; (1R,4aS,8aS)-1,4a-Dimethyl-7-(propan-2-yl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a-octahydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid; Linkiol, (-)-; ent-Linkiol; Linkiol [(-)-form]; 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a-octahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, (1R,4aS,8aS)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (-)-Linkiol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for laboratory chemicals, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

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). For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
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.