Description

Decahydro-4A,8A-Ethanonaphthalene is a specialized, high-purity bicyclic hydrocarbon compound. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its unique bridged ring structure, which provides a rigid framework for synthesizing complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs with bridged ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its structural rigidity can impart specific biological activity.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or starting material for creating specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystals with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D as a model substrate or ligand precursor for developing new synthetic methodologies and catalytic systems.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as a starting point for synthesizing specific musky or woody odorants due to its polycyclic nature.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decahydro-4A,8A-Ethanonaphthalene
CAS No.	7620-88-4
Molecular Formula	C12H20
Molecular Weight	164.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4a,8a-Ethanonaphthalene, decahydro-; 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-Decahydro-4a,8a-ethanonaphthalene; Bicyclo[4.4.0]decane, 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-decahydro-; Ethanonaphthalene, decahydro-4a,8a-; Decahydro-4a,8a-ethanonaphthalene; 4a,8a-Methano-4aH-naphthalene, octahydro-; Bridged decalin derivative
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Quality Control

Our Decahydro-4A,8A-Ethanonaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.