Description

Octahydro-5,5-Dimethylnaphthalene-2-Carbaldehyde is a specialized, high-purity aldehyde derivative of a hydrogenated naphthalene 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 utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and fine chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex aroma molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used as a precursor for creating novel, high-value aroma chemicals with unique olfactory profiles.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a specialized reagent in multi-step organic synthesis for agrochemicals and performance materials.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D exploring new catalytic processes and chemical transformations.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Octahydro-5,5-Dimethylnaphthalene-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	68738-96-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	192.30 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5-Dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydronaphthalene-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5,5-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydronaphthalene; 5,5-Dimethyloctahydronaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde; (4aS,8aR)-5,5-Dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydronaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde; (4aS,8aR)-5,5-Dimethyloctahydronaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Octahydro-5,5-Dimethylnaphthalene-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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