Description

(3Ar)-3Aα,6,7,7Aα-Tetrahydro-6-Methyl-3-Methylene-6α-(4-Oxopentyl)-2,5(3H,4H)-Benzofurandione is a specialized organic intermediate with a complex, functionalized benzofurandione core structure. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which serves as a versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex natural product analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with fused ring systems or specific stereochemical requirements.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage its reactive diketone and alkene functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing intricate molecular frameworks, including natural product synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the development of specialty polymers or organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating molecular probes to study biological pathways and enzyme interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3Ar)-3Aα,6,7,7Aα-Tetrahydro-6-Methyl-3-Methylene-6α-(4-Oxopentyl)-2,5(3H,4H)-Benzofurandione
CAS No.	89026-40-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₂O₄
Molecular Weight	290.35 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-3-methylene-6-(4-oxopentyl)-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydroisobenzofuran-1,3-dione; 6-Methyl-3-methylene-6-(4-oxopentyl)-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione; 3a,4,7,7a-Tetrahydro-6-methyl-3-methylene-6-(4-oxopentyl)-1,3-isobenzofurandione; (3aR,6S,7aR)-6-Methyl-3-methylene-6-(4-oxopentyl)hexahydro-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione; Tetrahydro-6-methyl-3-methylene-6-(4-oxopentyl)-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione.
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Quality Control

Our high-purity chemical intermediates are produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity determination and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure reproducible quality and identity for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are provided with every shipment.

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). The compound may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to heat and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.