Description

1,4-Epoxy-1,4-Dihydronaphthalene is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique naphthalene-derived epoxide structure, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its reactive oxirane ring fused to a dihydronaphthalene core provides a versatile platform for constructing complex polycyclic molecules. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical synthesis, and the production of advanced materials where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with polycyclic frameworks.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in research and development for constructing novel organic molecules, including natural product analogs and complex heterocycles.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and organic pigments with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Epoxy-1,4-Dihydronaphthalene
CAS No.	573-57-9
Molecular Formula	C10H8O
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Epoxy-1,4-dihydronaphthalene; 1,4-Epoxy-1,4-dihydronaphthalene; 1,4-Dihydro-1,4-epoxynaphthalene; 1,4-Oxido-1,4-dihydronaphthalene; Naphthalene 1,4-oxide; 1,4-Naphthylene oxide; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4-epoxynaphthalene
EINECS	209-350-6

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Epoxy-1,4-Dihydronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.