Description

(4As)-3,4,4A,5,6,7,8,8A-Octahydro-2,5-Dimethyl-5α-(4-Methyl-3-Pentenyl)-1,8Aβ-Naphthalenedicarbaldehyde is a complex, high-purity synthetic intermediate characterized by its unique decalin-based dicarbaldehyde structure. This compound matters as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of intricate molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with terpenoid or steroidal frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its functional groups for further chemical modifications.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for the creation of sophisticated musk-like or woody aroma chemicals due to its polycyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials where its rigid backbone can impart specific properties.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized as a scaffold for designing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including novel cyclization and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4As)-3,4,4A,5,6,7,8,8A-Octahydro-2,5-Dimethyl-5α-(4-Methyl-3-Pentenyl)-1,8Aβ-Naphthalenedicarbaldehyde
CAS No.	73483-87-1
Molecular Formula	C20H30O2
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	1,8Aβ-Naphthalenedicarbaldehyde, 3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-2,5-dimethyl-5α-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (4aS,5R,8aR)-; 5α-(4-Methyl-3-pentenyl)-1,8aβ-naphthalenedicarbaldehyde; Decahydro-2,5-dimethyl-5-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-1,8-naphthalenedicarboxaldehyde; A potential intermediate for Ambrox synthesis.
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Quality Control

Our (4As)-3,4,4A,5,6,7,8,8A-Octahydro-2,5-Dimethyl-5α-(4-Methyl-3-Pentenyl)-1,8Aβ-Naphthalenedicarbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.