Description

Ethyl 1-Tetralone-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced synthetic chemistry. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block for the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals, where precise molecular control is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with tetralin or related fused-ring systems.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step synthetic routes for constructing chiral centers and complex carbon skeletons in fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and research of novel pesticides and herbicides that require specific cyclic ketone frameworks.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of organic ligands and functional molecules for advanced materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Serves as a standard reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1-Tetralone-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	134643-90-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-1-carboxylate; 1-Carbethoxy-2-tetralone; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1-carbethoxy-2-naphthone; Ethyl 2-Oxo-1-tetralincarboxylate; 1-Carbethoxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-2-naphthalenone; 2-Oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 1-Tetralone-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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