Description

Mertensene CAS NO 66389-40-0 is a high-purity, specialized sesquiterpene hydrocarbon valued for its unique structural properties and utility as a key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its consistent quality and defined chemical profile make it essential for research and development requiring precise molecular building blocks. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors for creating novel compounds and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Serves as a valuable starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of novel aroma chemicals and flavoring agents with unique olfactory profiles.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a chiral intermediate or scaffold in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and therapeutic compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in organic synthesis for creating complex, high-value specialty chemicals and catalysts.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for studying terpene chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and the development of new synthetic methodologies.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of advanced, biologically active compounds for crop protection and agricultural science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mertensene
CAS No.	66389-40-0
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-Octahydro-1,1,4a-trimethyl-7-(1-methylethenyl)-Naphthalene; (1R,4aR,7R)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-Octahydro-1,1,4a-trimethyl-7-(1-methylethenyl)naphthalene; (-)-Mertensene; Mertensen; 7-Isopropenyl-1,1,4a-trimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydronaphthalene
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Quality Control

Our Mertensene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Specific Gravity	Contact for details

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