Description

Quadrone is a unique, naturally occurring sesquiterpenoid compound with a distinctive quadrone skeleton, identified by CAS No. 66550-08-1. This compound is of significant interest in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research due to its complex molecular architecture and potential as a synthetic intermediate or biological probe. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and specialty chemical manufacturers focused on developing novel synthetic methodologies or exploring new bioactive molecules.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for the total synthesis of complex natural products and novel molecular scaffolds.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a lead compound or a probe in biological screening assays to investigate structure-activity relationships (SAR) and identify new therapeutic targets.
• Academic & Pharmaceutical R&D: Employed in research laboratories for studying novel chemical reactions, biosynthesis pathways, and the development of new synthetic strategies.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of advanced fine chemicals and custom-synthesized compounds for specific client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Quadrone
CAS No.	66550-08-1
Molecular Formula	C15H20O3
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(±)-Quadrone; Quadrone, DL-; 1,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-Octahydro-4a,5-dimethyl-3-(1-methylethylidene)-2(1H)-naphthalenone; 2(1H)-Naphthalenone, 1,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-4a,5-dimethyl-3-(1-methylethylidene)-, (±)-
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Quality Control

Our Quadrone is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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