Description

3,4-Dihydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile organic intermediate characterized by its fused aromatic and carboxylic acid functionality. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex organic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for the development of specialty polymers, dyes, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex polycyclic frameworks and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	22440-38-6
Molecular Formula	C11H10O2
Molecular Weight	174.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoic Acid, 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2-naphthoic Acid; 3,4-Dihydro-2-naphthoic Acid; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2-naphthalenecarboxylic Acid; NSC 403697; Tetralin-2-carboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dihydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The product is stable under these conditions but should be allowed to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

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%

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