Description

3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene-2-methanol is a specialized bicyclic monoterpenoid alcohol derivative, valued for its unique structural framework that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate. This compound is particularly significant for its role in the synthesis of complex fragrance molecules, pharmaceuticals, and advanced organic materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and production specialists in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries for constructing molecules with specific stereochemistry and functional properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel terpene-based aroma chemicals and musk analogs with unique olfactory profiles.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral precursor or scaffold in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex polycyclic structures.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Used as a ligand precursor or a starting material in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis research due to its rigid bicyclic framework.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including agrochemical intermediates and performance materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new cyclization and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene-2-methanol
CAS No.	70424-76-9
Molecular Formula	C11H18O
Molecular Weight	166.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxymethyl-3,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene; Bicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene-2-methanol, 3,7,7-trimethyl-; 3,7,7-Trimethyl-2-bicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-enemethanol; Trimethylbicycloheptenemethanol
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Quality Control

Our production of 3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene-2-methanol adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is 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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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