Description

1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-7,8A-Dimethyl-3-(1-Methylvinyl)-1-Naphthol is a high-purity, complex organic compound belonging to the class of decalin derivatives, valued for its unique stereochemistry and functional groups. This chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development teams working on novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fragrances, and specialty agrochemicals where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of steroidal compounds and other complex therapeutic agents.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used in the creation of sophisticated amber, woody, or musky scent profiles due to its complex polycyclic structure.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in developing novel pesticides or plant growth regulators with specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial research for studying novel cyclization reactions and as a ligand precursor in catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals requiring high stereochemical purity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-7,8A-Dimethyl-3-(1-Methylvinyl)-1-Naphthol
CAS No.	85098-90-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	7,8A-Dimethyl-3-(1-methylvinyl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-1-naphthol; 1-Naphthol, 1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydro-7,8a-dimethyl-3-(1-methylethenyl)-; (1R,3S,4aS,8aS)-7,8a-Dimethyl-3-(prop-1-en-2-yl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-ol; Decahydro-7,8a-dimethyl-3-(1-methylvinyl)-1-naphthol; A potential intermediate for Ambrox®/Ambroxan synthesis.
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Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,4A,5,8,8A-Octahydro-7,8A-Dimethyl-3-(1-Methylvinyl)-1-Naphthol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere if long-term storage is required to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (typical)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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