Description

4β-Ethoxy-4,4Aβ,5,6,7,7Aβ,8,9-Octahydro-6,6,8-Trimethylazuleno[5,6-C]Furan-8β-Ol is a high-purity, complex sesquiterpenoid derivative with a unique azulene-fused furan structure. This compound is valued for its role as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex terpenoid scaffolds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for methodology development, total synthesis projects, and the exploration of new chemical space.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of unique sesquiterpenoid aroma compounds and odorants.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive for creating polymers with specialized optical or electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Potential intermediate in the development of new bioactive compounds for crop protection.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: The complex structure can be modified to create novel chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4β-Ethoxy-4,4Aβ,5,6,7,7Aβ,8,9-Octahydro-6,6,8-Trimethylazuleno[5,6-C]Furan-8β-Ol
CAS No.	74686-33-2
Molecular Formula	C18H26O3
Molecular Weight	290.40 g/mol
Synonyms	4β-Ethoxy-4,4aβ,5,6,7,7aβ,8,9-octahydro-6,6,8-trimethylazuleno[5,6-c]furan-8β-ol; 8β-Hydroxy-4β-ethoxy-4,4aβ,5,6,7,7aβ,8,9-octahydro-6,6,8-trimethylazuleno[5,6-c]furan; (4aS,7aS,8R,10aR)-8-Ethoxy-4a,5,6,7,7a,8,9,10a-octahydro-1,1,4a-trimethylphenanthren-2-ol; Guaiazulene derivative; Sesquiterpenoid furan derivative.
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Quality Control

Our 4β-Ethoxy-4,4Aβ,5,6,7,7Aβ,8,9-Octahydro-6,6,8-Trimethylazuleno[5,6-C]Furan-8β-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and chiral purity analysis to ensure identity, strength, and composition. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications.

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). This compound may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to air and moisture; keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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