Description

Octahydro-8-Methoxy-1,1,5,5-Tetramethyl-2H-2,4A-Methanonaphthalene is a high-purity, synthetic fragrance intermediate and chemical building block. This compound is valued for its unique woody, amber-like olfactory characteristics and its structural complexity, making it a key ingredient in premium fragrance formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry, as well as by research and development laboratories focusing on organic synthesis and novel aroma chemical development. CAS No. 94278-37-2.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: Serves as a base note in premium perfumes, colognes, and eau de toilettes, imparting long-lasting woody, ambery, and musky nuances.
• Functional Fragrance Products: Used in scented home care products (detergents, fabric softeners) and personal care items (soaps, shampoos, lotions) for scent stability and diffusion.
• Flavor Enhancement: Employed in trace amounts to create or modify complex flavor profiles in specialty food and beverage applications.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a sophisticated chiral starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other specialty chemicals.
• Aroma Chemical Research: Utilized in R&D for studying structure-odor relationships and developing new proprietary fragrance molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octahydro-8-Methoxy-1,1,5,5-Tetramethyl-2H-2,4A-Methanonaphthalene
CAS No.	94278-37-2
Molecular Formula	C16H28O
Molecular Weight	236.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,5,5-Tetramethyl-8-methoxy-2,4a-methanooctahydronaphthalene; 8-Methoxy-1,1,5,5-tetramethyl-2,4a-methanooctahydronaphthalene; 1,1,5,5-Tetramethyl-8-methoxy-2,4a-methano-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydronaphthalene; Amberketal; Amberwood; Amberwood Ketone; Woody Ketone; Fragrance Intermediate 94278-37-2
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Quality Control

Our Octahydro-8-Methoxy-1,1,5,5-Tetramethyl-2H-2,4A-Methanonaphthalene is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and olfactory profile are provided with every shipment. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fragrance ingredients, including IFRA guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider filling the headspace with an inert gas such as nitrogen to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic woody, amber
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.960 - 0.980

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