Description

Methyl 3,4-Dihydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic ester compound that serves as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique partially hydrogenated naphthalene structure makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where it is used to develop active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step synthetic routes for constructing complex organic molecules in research and development laboratories.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as an intermediate in the development of new crop protection agents and specialty agrochemicals.
• Material Science: Used in the research and production of advanced organic materials, including ligands for catalysts and monomers for specialized polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specific dyes and organic pigments due to its aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3,4-Dihydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	51849-37-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	188.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 3,4-dihydro-, methyl ester; Methyl 3,4-dihydro-2-naphthoate; 3,4-Dihydronaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 1,2-dihydronaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbomethoxy-3,4-dihydronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3,4-Dihydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can provide material suitable for research and commercial scale applications.

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	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.