Description

8-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene-1-Methanol is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of substituted tetralin derivatives, serving as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique sterically hindered structure makes it particularly significant for the development of complex molecules with specific stereochemical configurations. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its tetralin backbone.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for musk-like odorants and complex aroma chemicals due to its naphthalene-derived structure.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a chiral auxiliary in stereoselective catalytic reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile building block for academic and industrial R&D exploring novel carbon frameworks and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene-1-Methanol
CAS No.	36052-28-5
Molecular Formula	C12H16O
Molecular Weight	176.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Hydroxymethyl)-8-methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 8-Methyl-1-tetralinmethanol; (8-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalen-1-yl)methanol; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-8-methyl-1-naphthalenemethanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-8-methyltetralin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 8-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene-1-Methanol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials are manufactured and tested in facilities operating under cGMP principles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as verified by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
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.