Description

1,2,5,6-Tetramethylnaphthalene is a high-purity, polyalkylated naphthalene derivative with a distinctive molecular structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and a model compound in advanced material research. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, specialty materials, and pharmaceutical sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of more complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and specialty chemicals.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used as a model compound or precursor in the development and study of organic electronic materials due to its extended aromatic system.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Manufacturing: Acts as a core structure or intermediate in the production of advanced dyes and liquid crystal materials.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in medicinal chemistry as a scaffold for drug discovery and development projects targeting specific biological pathways.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for gas chromatography (GC) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) in analytical laboratories.
• Material Science Studies: Utilized in research focused on the photophysical and electrochemical properties of alkylated naphthalenes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,5,6-Tetramethylnaphthalene
CAS No.	2131-43-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,5,6-Tetramethylnaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,2,5,6-tetramethyl-; TMN; Tetramethylnaphthalene; 1,2,5,6-TMN; 1,2,5,6-Tetramethyl-naphthalin
EINECS	218-356-5

Quality Control

Our 1,2,5,6-Tetramethylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

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 acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

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%

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