Description

[3S-(3Alpha,5Alpha,8Alpha)]-1-Methyl-1-(1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-Yl)Ethyl Butyrate is a high-purity, complex sesquiterpene derivative with a defined stereochemistry, valued for its unique structural framework. This compound is a critical synthetic intermediate and a versatile building block for advanced chemical synthesis, offering a rigid, functionalized backbone. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, fragrance development, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid-mimetic or terpenoid-based drug discovery programs.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used as a precursor for creating complex, woody, or ambergris-type odorants and flavoring agents due to its azulene-derived structure.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its bioactive terpenoid core.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for specialty polymers and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemical or thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for methodological studies, including catalysis, asymmetric synthesis, and natural product total synthesis.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and research in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	[3S-(3Alpha,5Alpha,8Alpha)]-1-Methyl-1-(1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-Yl)Ethyl Butyrate
CAS No.	73003-91-5
Molecular Formula	C20H34O2
Molecular Weight	306.49 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1-(octahydro-3,8-dimethyl-5-azulenyl)ethyl butyrate; (3S,5S,8S)-1-Methyl-1-(1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-3,8-dimethyl-5-azulenyl)ethyl butanoate; Ethyl Butyrate derivative of Guaiazulene; 5-Azulenol, 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-3,8-dimethyl-alpha,alpha,5-trimethyl-, butyrate (ester), [3S-(3.alpha.,5.alpha.,8.alpha.)]-; Butanoic acid, 1-methyl-1-(1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-3,8-dimethyl-5-azulenyl)ethyl ester, [3S-(3.alpha.,5.alpha.,8.alpha.)]-
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Quality Control

Our [3S-(3Alpha,5Alpha,8Alpha)]-1-Methyl-1-(1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-3,8-Dimethylazulen-5-Yl)Ethyl Butyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

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). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de
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.