Description

5-Hydroxy-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its unique fused-ring structure containing both hydroxyl and nitrile functional groups. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals, offering a versatile building block for medicinal chemistry research and development. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the research of advanced polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex polycyclic structures in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxy-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	1315479-99-2
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyano-5-hydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 5-Hydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 5-Hydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-5-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 1315479-99-2; 5-Hydroxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxy-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Any single impurity	≤0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%

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