Description

8-Bromo-2-Tetralone is a versatile and high-purity brominated tetralone derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic ketone scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or starting material for synthesizing specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard in organic synthesis and catalysis research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring a brominated naphthalene backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Bromo-2-Tetralone
CAS No.	117294-21-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉BrO
Molecular Weight	225.08 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Bromo-3,4-dihydro-2(1H)-naphthalenone; 8-Bromo-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-2(1H)-one; 8-Bromo-α-tetralone; 2-Tetralone, 8-bromo-; 8-Bromotetral-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Bromo-2-Tetralone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.