Description

Decahydro-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is a saturated, bicyclic diester compound derived from naphthalene. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its chemical stability and versatility as a building block in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for producing high-performance materials and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Polymer Intermediate: A key monomer or chain extender in the synthesis of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other high-performance engineering plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial chiral building block or scaffold for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, multi-ring structures.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the production of advanced organic electronic materials, where its rigid, saturated core contributes to desired thermal and optical properties.
• Fine Chemical & Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating sophisticated ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and other fine chemical transformations.
• Specialty Plasticizers & Additives: Employed in the development of novel plasticizers or additives designed to enhance the flexibility and durability of polymer systems.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a cross-linker in resin formulations to improve thermal stability and mechanical strength.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Decahydro-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester
CAS No.	3068-02-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₂O₄
Molecular Weight	254.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl Decahydro-2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylate; 2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid, Decahydro-, Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl Perhydro-2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylate; 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-Decahydro-2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; DMND; Decalin-2,6-dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Decahydro-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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