Description

1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4,6-Trimethylnaphthalene is a specialized hydrogenated naphthalene derivative, a high-purity organic intermediate of significant value in advanced chemical synthesis. Its partially saturated polycyclic structure makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and production in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors, where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, lipophilic scaffold.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Used in the development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for creating complex musk-like or woody aroma chemicals due to its naphthalene backbone.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of new generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable substrate for methodological development in hydrogenation, alkylation, and cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce specific aromatic-aliphatic character into polymer chains to modify thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4,6-Trimethylnaphthalene
CAS No.	22824-32-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈
Molecular Weight	174.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,6-Trimethyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4,6-trimethylnaphthalene; 1,4,6-Trimethyltetralin; NSC 406924; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4,6-trimethyl-naphthalene
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4,6-Trimethylnaphthalene adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (GC, HPLC, NMR) to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, heat, and ignition sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98

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