Description

Methyl 4-Oxo-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a fused tetralone ring system. This compound is valued for its versatile reactivity, serving as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical and fine chemical targets. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing bioactive molecules and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of tetralin-based drug candidates, including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its fused ring structure.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials requiring specific aromatic frameworks.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological chemistry studies and as a standard for analytical method development.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or building block for specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Oxo-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	55571-74-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	204.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Carboxy-4-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; Methyl 4-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-2-naphthoate; 2-Carbomethoxy-4-tetralone; 4-Oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-oxotetralin-2-carboxylate; 2-Methoxycarbonyl-4-tetralone; 4-Ketotetralin-2-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-Oxo-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-Carboxylate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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