Description

1-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of hydrogenated naphthoic acid esters. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique partially saturated naphthalene core. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor-binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a starting material or a core structure in the development of electron-transporting or host materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex aromatic compounds used in specialty chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including hydrogenation and esterification reaction models.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	4242-17-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-1-naphthoate; Ethyl 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-naphthoate; 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-1-naphthoic acid ethyl ester; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1-naphthalenecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; 1-Carbethoxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 1-Ethoxycarbonyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; Tetralin-1-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-, Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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