Description

(2R,8Aβ)-5α-Bromodecahydro-α,α,4Aα-Trimethyl-8-Methylene-2α-Naphthalenemethanol is a high-purity, complex brominated terpenoid derivative, serving as a critical chiral intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise stereochemistry and functional groups make it invaluable for constructing intricate molecular architectures with high enantiomeric purity. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical development teams for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid and terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Used in stereoselective reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and cyclizations, to create complex natural product analogs.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial laboratories studying terpene chemistry and reaction mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemical configurations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2R,8Aβ)-5α-Bromodecahydro-α,α,4Aα-Trimethyl-8-Methylene-2α-Naphthalenemethanol
CAS No.	72154-35-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₅BrO
Molecular Weight	301.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5α-Bromo-8-methylene-2α-naphthalenemethanol, decahydro-α,α,4aα-trimethyl-, (2R,8aβ)-; 5α-Bromodecahydro-α,α,4aα-trimethyl-8-methylene-2α-naphthalenemethanol; (2R,8aβ)-5α-Bromo-8-methylene-2α-naphthalenemethanol; Brominated terpenoid alcohol; Bromo derivative of sclareol; (2R,8aS)-5α-Bromodecahydro-α,α,4aα-trimethyl-8-methylene-2-naphthalenemethanol (alternative stereochemical descriptor).
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Quality Control

Our (2R,8Aβ)-5α-Bromodecahydro-α,α,4Aα-Trimethyl-8-Methylene-2α-Naphthalenemethanol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP starting material requirements upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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