Description

(1R,8Aα)-Decahydro-1,4Aβ-Dimethyl-6-Methylene-5β-(3-Methylene-4-Pentenyl)Naphthalene-1α-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, complex sesquiterpene carboxylic acid derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate for the development of novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. It is essential for research and production in sectors requiring sophisticated molecular scaffolds, including medicinal chemistry, flavor & fragrance development, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid and terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and plant growth regulators due to its complex terpenoid structure.
• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing unique sesquiterpenoid aroma compounds and fixatives.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile, polyfunctionalized core for constructing complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier for creating novel polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a reference standard in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(1R,8Aα)-Decahydro-1,4Aβ-Dimethyl-6-Methylene-5β-(3-Methylene-4-Pentenyl)Naphthalene-1α-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	63949-93-9
Molecular Formula	C20H30O2
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	1α-Carboxy-4aβ,8aα-dimethyl-6-methylene-5β-(3-methylene-4-pentenyl)decahydronaphthalene; (1R,4aS,5S,8aR)-5-(3-Methylene-4-pentenyl)-1,4a-dimethyl-6-methylenedecahydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic Acid; A Sesquiterpene Carboxylic Acid Derivative; 1-Carboxy-4a,8a-dimethyl-6-methylene-5-(3-methylene-4-pentenyl)decahydronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (1R,8Aα)-Decahydro-1,4Aβ-Dimethyl-6-Methylene-5β-(3-Methylene-4-Pentenyl)Naphthalene-1α-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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