Description

(1R)-1,2,3,4,4Aβ,5,6,8Aα-Octahydro-7-Methyl-4-Methylene-1β-Isopropylnaphthalene is a high-purity, stereochemically defined sesquiterpene hydrocarbon. This compound matters as a critical chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise molecular architecture for complex molecule construction. It is primarily needed by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid and terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its complex bicyclic structure for bioactive molecule design.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material or modifier for creating unique, high-value aromatic compounds in perfumery and flavoring.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in organic electronics and polymer science as a monomer or functional additive due to its rigid, hydrophobic framework.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized as a scaffold for constructing sophisticated chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Reference Standard: Provides an analytical standard for quality control and research in laboratories studying terpenoid chemistry and natural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R)-1,2,3,4,4Aβ,5,6,8Aα-Octahydro-7-Methyl-4-Methylene-1β-Isopropylnaphthalene
CAS No.	68000-46-4
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R)-1,2,3,4,4aβ,5,6,8aα-Octahydro-7-methyl-4-methylene-1-(1-methylethyl)naphthalene; (1R)-4-Methylene-1-(1-methylethyl)-7-methyl-1,2,3,4,4aβ,5,6,8aα-octahydronaphthalene; (-)-α-Gurjunene; (1R,4aR,8aR)-4-Methylene-1-(propan-2-yl)-7-methyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a-octahydronaphthalene; α-Gurjunene; Gurjunene; NSC 146758
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (1R)-1,2,3,4,4Aβ,5,6,8Aα-Octahydro-7-Methyl-4-Methylene-1β-Isopropylnaphthalene is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure consistent identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.