Description

1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,6,8-Trimethylnaphthalene is a specialized hydrogenated naphthalene derivative, a high-purity intermediate of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. Its partially saturated polycyclic structure makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where precise chemical architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, lipophilic core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its stability and functionalization potential are leveraged.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthetic musks and other complex aroma chemicals due to its naphthalene-derived backbone.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a potential building block for organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials in OLEDs and photovoltaics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in catalysis, material science, and synthetic methodology development.
• Liquid Crystal and Polymer Additives: Can be functionalized to create modifiers for enhancing the properties of advanced polymers and liquid crystal mixtures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,6,8-Trimethylnaphthalene
CAS No.	30316-36-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈
Molecular Weight	174.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6,8-Trimethyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,6,8-trimethylnaphthalene; 1,6,8-Trimethyltetralin; Trimethyltetralin; NSC 163490; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,6,8-trimethyl-naphthalene
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Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,6,8-Trimethylnaphthalene is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.