Description

6-Methoxy-2-Tetralone is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique tetralone structure with a methoxy substituent makes it a critical building block for the production of complex pharmaceutical compounds and fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as manufacturing facilities, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable and consistent raw materials for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with tetralin-based structures, such as certain central nervous system (CNS) agents and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its aromatic ketone functionality is leveraged to create novel bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a fundamental building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other complex aromatic compounds requiring specific substitution patterns.
• Organic Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for exploring new synthetic methodologies, constructing molecular libraries, and developing novel chemical entities.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic ligands and monomers for advanced polymeric materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methoxy-2-Tetralone
CAS No.	2472-22-2
Molecular Formula	C11H12O2
Molecular Weight	176.21 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxy-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-2(1H)-one; 2-Tetralone, 6-methoxy-; 6-Methoxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-2-naphthalenone; 6-Methoxy-α-tetralone; 6-Methoxytetralone; 6-Methoxy-2-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Methoxy-2-Tetralone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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