Description

4A,8A-Epoxynaphthalene,1,4,5,8-Tetrahydro-(9Ci) is a specialized epoxide derivative of a partially hydrogenated naphthalene core, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its unique bridged epoxide structure makes it a critical building block for constructing complex polycyclic frameworks in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with polycyclic or bridged ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to create sophisticated molecular architectures for research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a scaffold for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4A,8A-Epoxynaphthalene,1,4,5,8-Tetrahydro-(9Ci)
CAS No.	16573-72-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	146.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5,8-Tetrahydro-4a,8a-epoxynaphthalene; 4a,8a-Epoxynaphthalene, 1,4,5,8-tetrahydro-; 1,4,5,8-Tetrahydro-4a,8a-epoxynaphthalene (9CI); 1,4-Epoxy-1,4,5,8-tetrahydronaphthalene; 1,4:5,8-Diepoxy-1,4,5,8-tetrahydronaphthalene (possible isomer); Bridged Naphthalene Epoxide; Tetrahydronaphthalene Diepoxide
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Quality Control

Our 4A,8A-Epoxynaphthalene,1,4,5,8-Tetrahydro-(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP guidelines for advanced intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be sensitive to moisture and prolonged exposure to air; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.