Description

[R,(+)]-2,6-Dimethyl-1,5-Heptadien-3-Ol is a high-purity, chiral terpene alcohol with a distinctive, fresh, and floral odor profile. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate and fragrance ingredient, offering precise stereochemistry for advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavors and fragrances, pharmaceutical intermediates, and fine chemical sectors.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a key chiral building block for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals with specific olfactory characteristics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the (R)-enantiomer is required for biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile chiral synthon in organic chemistry for constructing complex natural products and specialty molecules.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying terpene chemistry, asymmetric catalysis, and sensory science.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of chiral compounds for crop protection agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	[R,(+)]-2,6-Dimethyl-1,5-Heptadien-3-Ol
CAS No.	80232-54-8
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(+)-2,6-Dimethyl-1,5-heptadien-3-ol; (R)-Linalool; (R)-(+)-Linalool; (R)-3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadien-3-ol; (R)-2,6-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-8-ol; (R)-Allo-ocimenol; (R)-Coriandrol; (R)-Licareol
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Quality Control

Our [R,(+)]-2,6-Dimethyl-1,5-Heptadien-3-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized by chiral HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure high enantiomeric excess (e.e.) and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee lot-to-lot consistency and traceability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and volatility. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept in a cool, well-ventilated place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (R)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470
Specific Rotation (20°C)	+15° to +20° (c=1 in ethanol)

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