Description

[3R-(3Alpha,3Abeta,6Alpha,7Beta,8Aalpha)]-6-Ethoxyoctahydro-3,6,8,8-Tetramethyl-1H-3A,7-Methanoazulene is a high-purity, complex sesquiterpene derivative with a distinctive methanoazulene core structure. This compound is valued for its unique stereochemistry and functional group, making it a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and flavor industries for developing novel active ingredients and aroma chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in steroid-like or terpenoid-based drug discovery.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used as a precursor for creating complex, woody, and ambergris-type aroma molecules due to its methanoazulene skeleton.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Acts as a sophisticated starting material or intermediate in academic and industrial research exploring new catalytic transformations and natural product synthesis.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Potential use in the development of new, biologically active terpenoid-inspired compounds for crop protection.
• Material Science: Investigated for the preparation of specialty polymers or liquid crystals where specific stereochemistry and rigidity are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	[3R-(3Alpha,3Abeta,6Alpha,7Beta,8Aalpha)]-6-Ethoxyoctahydro-3,6,8,8-Tetramethyl-1H-3A,7-Methanoazulene
CAS No.	93776-95-5
Molecular Formula	C20H34O
Molecular Weight	290.48 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Ethoxy-3,6,8,8-tetramethyloctahydro-1H-3a,7-methanoazulene; (3R,3aS,6R,7S,8aR)-6-Ethoxy-3,6,8,8-tetramethyloctahydro-1H-3a,7-methanoazulene; Ethoxy Tetramethyl Methanoazulene; Sesquiterpene Ether Derivative; Ambergris-type intermediate; GR-349
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of [3R-(3Alpha,3Abeta,6Alpha,7Beta,8Aalpha)]-6-Ethoxyoctahydro-3,6,8,8-Tetramethyl-1H-3A,7-Methanoazulene adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. All materials are fully characterized using advanced analytical techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
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.