Description

1-(Octahydro-3,5,5-Trimethyl-2-Naphthyl)Propan-1-One is a high-purity, synthetic ketone derivative with a complex, saturated polycyclic structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique steric and chemical properties. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for creating novel molecules and fine-tuning material characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring rigid, lipophilic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthetic musks and other complex aroma chemicals, contributing to long-lasting and stable scent profiles.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic semiconductors that benefit from its bulky, saturated hydrocarbon backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies, including hydrogenation, functional group transformations, and asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-(Octahydro-3,5,5-Trimethyl-2-Naphthyl)Propan-1-One
CAS No.	68311-16-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	236.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Octahydro-3,5,5-trimethyl-2-naphthyl)-1-propanone; 1-Propanone, 1-(octahydro-3,5,5-trimethyl-2-naphthyl)-; 3,5,5-Trimethyl-1-(3-oxobutyl)decahydronaphthalene (related isomer); Isobornyl Propyl Ketone (common name); IBK; Tetrahydro Isobornyl Propyl Ketone; Scentenal Precursor; Musk Ketone Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(Octahydro-3,5,5-Trimethyl-2-Naphthyl)Propan-1-One adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.950 - 0.980
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.505

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