Description

(3Ar,9S,9As,9Bs)-Decahydro-4β,6β-Dihydroxy-5Aα-Methyl-3-Methylenespiro[Naphtho[1,2-B]Furan-9(9Ah),2'-Oxirane]-2-One is a complex, high-purity spirocyclic compound featuring a fused naphthofuran-oxirane structure. This compound matters as a sophisticated chemical intermediate, offering a unique three-dimensional framework for advanced synthetic applications in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to build molecular complexity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in steroid-like or complex polycyclic drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, where its complex spirocyclic core can contribute to unique biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of other specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring intricate molecular architectures.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for methodological studies in organic synthesis, asymmetric catalysis, and natural product mimicry.
• Material Science Exploration: Investigated as a potential monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific optical or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3Ar,9S,9As,9Bs)-Decahydro-4β,6β-Dihydroxy-5Aα-Methyl-3-Methylenespiro[Naphtho[1,2-B]Furan-9(9Ah),2'-Oxirane]-2-One
CAS No.	79405-88-2
Molecular Formula	C18H24O5
Molecular Weight	320.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Decahydro-4b,6b-dihydroxy-5a-methyl-3-methylenespiro[naphtho[1,2-b]furan-9(9aH),2'-oxirane]-2-one; Spiro[naphtho[1,2-b]furan-9(9aH),2'-oxirane]-2-one derivative; (3aR,9S,9aS,9bS)-Decahydro-4b,6b-dihydroxy-5a-methyl-3-methylenespiro[naphtho[1,2-b]furan-9,2'-oxirane]-2-one; 79405-88-2; Complex naphthofuran-oxirane spiro compound; Steroid-like spirocyclic intermediate.
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Quality Control

Our (3Ar,9S,9As,9Bs)-Decahydro-4β,6β-Dihydroxy-5Aα-Methyl-3-Methylenespiro[Naphtho[1,2-B]Furan-9(9Ah),2'-Oxirane]-2-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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