Description

(S)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalen-2-Ol CAS NO 20107-40-8 is a high-purity chiral alcohol derivative of tetralin, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry is essential for producing enantiomerically pure compounds, where the specific spatial arrangement of atoms directly influences biological activity and material properties. This compound is primarily required by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the research and development of active ingredients, flavors, and fragrances.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where the (S)-enantiomer provides the desired biological efficacy.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of specific, high-value aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or a starting material for chiral auxiliaries and catalysts in stereoselective reactions.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or building block for chiral polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Utilized in methodological development and synthetic chemistry research focused on stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalen-2-Ol
CAS No.	20107-40-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	148.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2-naphthol; (S)-2-Hydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; (S)-2-Tetralol; (S)-α-Tetralol; (2S)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalen-2-ol; (S)-Tetralin-2-ol; (S)-2-Hydroxytetralin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalen-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for chemical and enantiomeric purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
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.