Description

(3Ar)-3,4,8β-Trimethyl-3α,3A,4α-[(R)-2,2-Dimethylpentane-1,3,5-Triyl]-2,3,3Aα,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydroazulene CAS NO 72779-23-8 is a complex, high-purity synthetic intermediate characterized by its unique polycyclic hydrocarbon structure with multiple stereocenters. This compound matters for its role as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of sophisticated molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid-like or terpenoid-based drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its complex structure can contribute to unique biological activity.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a chiral scaffold in the development of new catalysts for enantioselective synthesis.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of complex, high-value fragrance molecules due to its intricate hydrocarbon backbone.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable compound for methodological studies in total synthesis and stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(3Ar)-3,4,8β-Trimethyl-3α,3A,4α-[(R)-2,2-Dimethylpentane-1,3,5-Triyl]-2,3,3Aα,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydroazulene
CAS No.	72779-23-8
Molecular Formula	C23H38
Molecular Weight	314.55 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,3A,4,5,6,7-Octahydro-3,4,8-trimethyl-3A,4-[1-[(1R)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediyl]]azulene; (3aR,4S,8bS)-3,4,8b-Trimethyl-3a,4-[1-[(1R)-2,2-dimethyltrimethylene]]-2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,8-octahydroazulene; Trimethyloctahydroazulene derivative; Polycyclic hydrocarbon intermediate CAS 72779-23-8
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Quality Control

Our (3Ar)-3,4,8β-Trimethyl-3α,3A,4α-[(R)-2,2-Dimethylpentane-1,3,5-Triyl]-2,3,3Aα,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydroazulene is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC and structural confirmation by NMR and MS, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full analytical data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to air and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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