Description

1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid is a versatile, partially hydrogenated naphthalene dicarboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique structural framework, which provides a rigid, bicyclic core ideal for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from polymer modification to the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or advanced intermediate in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a rigid, lipophilic core structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or co-monomer for the production of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other high-performance polymers with enhanced thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Core component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Precursor for synthesizing complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and new material discovery.
• Coordination Chemistry: Ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its dicarboxylic acid functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	23974-71-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂O₄
Molecular Weight	220.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid; 2,6-Bis(carboxy)tetrahydronaphthalene; Tetrahydro-2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2,6-NDA; TH-2,6-NDCA; 2,6-Dicarboxytetralin
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Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis.

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 strong acids and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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