Description

2-Butyldecahydronaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid is a complex, high-purity carboxylic acid derivative of a fully hydrogenated naphthalene structure. This compound serves as a valuable specialty intermediate for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of fine chemicals and functional materials. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for steroidal or complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific steric properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor for mesogens and charge-transport materials due to its rigid, multi-cyclic core structure.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce carboxylic acid functionality and bulky side chains into polymers for specialty coatings and adhesives.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of sophisticated chiral or sterically hindered ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing unique, long-lasting musk or amber-type odorants.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Butyldecahydronaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	663622-00-2
Molecular Formula	C15H26O2
Molecular Weight	238.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Carboxy-2-butyl-decahydronaphthalene; 2-Butylperhydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic Acid; 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, decahydro-2-butyl-; Decahydro-2-butyl-1-naphthoic Acid; 2-Butyldecalin-1-carboxylic Acid; (1S,2R,4aS,8aS)-2-Butyldecahydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic Acid (stereoisomer); BDNCA (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Butyldecahydronaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and materials for regulatory submissions.

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). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its carboxylic acid nature and light-sensitive properties, prolonged exposure to light or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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