Description

Octahydro-5,5,8,8-Tetramethylnaphthalene-2(1H)-One is a high-purity, synthetic ketone derivative of a fully hydrogenated tetramethylnaphthalene structure. This compound serves as a valuable and versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique sterically hindered framework. It is primarily sought by R&D and production chemists in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries for creating complex molecules with specific olfactory or bioactive properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel musk compounds, woody-amber odorants, and other specialty aroma chemicals due to its stable, saturated polycyclic structure.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a sophisticated starting material or intermediate in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating sterically defined molecular scaffolds.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile intermediate in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways, catalysis, and the creation of complex organic architectures.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of high-value, performance chemicals where a rigid, lipophilic core structure is required for functionality.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Octahydro-5,5,8,8-Tetramethylnaphthalene-2(1H)-One
CAS No.	74271-19-5
Molecular Formula	C14H24O
Molecular Weight	208.34 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5,8,8-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydronaphthalen-2-one; 5,5,8,8-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-2-naphthalenone; Iso E Super® related ketone (structural isomer); Tetramethyl octalone; 2(1H)-Naphthalenone, octahydro-5,5,8,8-tetramethyl-
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Quality Control

Our Octahydro-5,5,8,8-Tetramethylnaphthalene-2(1H)-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid / crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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