Description

1,2,3,4,4A,7,8,8A-Octahydro-2,4A,5,8A-Tetramethyl-1-Naphthol is a high-purity, hydrogenated naphthol derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chiral intermediate for the production of complex molecules in the pharmaceutical and fragrance industries. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams for constructing intricate polycyclic frameworks and terpenoid structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of steroids, terpenoid-based drugs, and other bioactive molecules.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used in the creation of complex, woody, and ambergris-type odorants due to its stable, hydrogenated naphthalene backbone.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel pesticides and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemistry.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals requiring rigid, stereodefined units.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in academic and industrial research for Diels-Alder reactions and other cyclization strategies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4,4A,7,8,8A-Octahydro-2,4A,5,8A-Tetramethyl-1-Naphthol
CAS No.	84788-09-0
Molecular Formula	C14H24O
Molecular Weight	208.34 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthol, 1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-octahydro-2,4a,5,8a-tetramethyl-; Octahydrotetramethylnaphthol; 1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-Octahydro-2,4a,5,8a-tetramethyl-1-naphthalenol; Tetramethyloctahydronaphthol; Ambradiol (related fragrance compound intermediate); Hydrogenated Tetramethyl Naphthol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,4A,7,8,8A-Octahydro-2,4A,5,8A-Tetramethyl-1-Naphthol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent isomeric composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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