CAS 28098-67-1

(2S)-2-Methyl-2-[(1R)-4-methyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl]oxirane

Description:

(2S)-2-Methyl-2-[(1R)-4-methyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl]oxirane, with CAS number 28098-67-1, is a chiral epoxide compound characterized by its unique bicyclic structure. This compound features an oxirane ring, which is a three-membered cyclic ether, contributing to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. The presence of a methyl group and a cyclohexene moiety enhances its steric and electronic properties, making it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of various organic compounds. The stereochemistry indicated by the (2S) and (1R) designations suggests specific spatial arrangements of atoms, which can significantly influence the compound's reactivity and interactions with biological systems. As an epoxide, it is likely to undergo ring-opening reactions under appropriate conditions, leading to the formation of more complex structures. This compound may find applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science due to its functional groups and structural features, which can be tailored for specific chemical transformations.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₆O

InChI: InChI=1/C10H16O/c1-8-3-5-9(6-4-8)10(2)7-11-10/h3,9H,4-7H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=PJGRMBOWSWHGDV-VHSXEESVSA-N

SMILES: C[C@@]1(CO1)[C@@]2(CCC(C)=CC2)[H]

Synonyms:

• Oxirane, 2-methyl-2-[(1R)-4-methyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl]-, (2S)-
• p-Menth-1-ene, 8,9-epoxy-, (4R,8S)-(+)-
• Oxirane, 2-methyl-2-(4-methyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl)-, [S-(R*,S*)]-
• (R)-Limonene 8,9-exo-epoxide
• (S-(R*,S*))-2-Methyl-2-(4-methylcyclohex-3-enyl)oxirane
• p-Menth-1-ene, 8,9-epoxy-, (4R,8S)-(+)-
• 2-methyl-2-(4-methylcyclohex-3-en-1-yl)oxirane
• (2S)-2-Methyl-2-[(1R)-4-methyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl]oxirane
• (S)-2-Methyl-2-[(R)-4-methyl-3-cyclohexenyl]oxirane
• (S)-2-Methyl-2β-[(R)-4-methyl-3-cyclohexen-1β-yl]oxirane
• (E)-limonene 8,9-oxide

(4R,8RS)-Limonene-8,9-epoxide

CAS: 28098-67-1

The compound (4R, 8RS)-limonene-8,9-epoxide is an epoxide of the monoterpene limonene. It has been shown to be an effective insecticide that attacks the cycle at the abietane stage. It can also be used as a precursor for other chemicals such as neoabietic acid. The biosynthesis of this compound is unknown, but it is thought to be generated by a cytochrome P450 monooxygenase and may involve the epoxidation of dendroctonus or cytochromes. This compound is not found in plants and is only found in insects, where it functions as an insecticide.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₆O

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Colorless Clear Liquid

Molecular weight: 152.23 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FL35950