Description

1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-8,8-Dimethylnaphthalene-2-Methanol CAS NO 93804-62-7 is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the class of substituted decalin derivatives. This specialized intermediate is valued for its unique, rigid bicyclic structure and functional alcohol group, which make it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or scaffold in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural complexity can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel musk analogs and other complex odorants due to its stable, polycyclic framework.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex natural product analogs and other structurally demanding molecules.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Utilized to develop new chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-8,8-Dimethylnaphthalene-2-Methanol
CAS No.	93804-62-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	194.31 g/mol
Synonyms	8,8-Dimethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydronaphthalen-2-ylmethanol; (8,8-Dimethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydronaphthalen-2-yl)methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-8,8-dimethylnaphthalene; Octahydro-8,8-dimethyl-2-naphthalenemethanol; Decalin-2-methanol, 8,8-dimethyl-; A potential intermediate for Ambrox® derivatives.
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Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-8,8-Dimethylnaphthalene-2-Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.