Description

Methyl 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-2,8,8-Trimethyl-2-Naphthoate is a high-purity synthetic intermediate and specialty ester of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is prized for its unique sterically hindered structure, which makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of steroidal analogs, triterpenoid derivatives, and other complex bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its decalin-based framework.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing amber, woody, and musky odorants due to its tetramethyl-substituted decalin structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation studies, and other transformations to construct polycyclic systems.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for specialty polymers requiring specific thermal or solubility properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-2,8,8-Trimethyl-2-Naphthoate
CAS No.	92860-49-6
Molecular Formula	C15H24O2
Molecular Weight	236.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-2,8,8-trimethyl-, methyl ester; Methyl octahydrotrimethyl-2-naphthoate; Methyl 2,8,8-trimethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-2-naphthoate; Ambermeth; Decahydro-2,8,8-trimethylnaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-2,8,8-Trimethyl-2-Naphthoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.010 - 1.030

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