Description

1,4,6-Trimethyl-1,2-Dihydronaphthalene is a high-purity, specialized aromatic hydrocarbon intermediate with a partially hydrogenated naphthalene core. This compound is valued for its unique steric and electronic properties, making it a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a sterically hindered, partially saturated polycyclic framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a potential core or modifying unit in the development of novel host or transport materials for electronic displays and lighting.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating sophisticated chiral or sterically demanding ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or other advanced materials requiring tailored aromatic units.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,6-Trimethyl-1,2-Dihydronaphthalene
CAS No.	55682-80-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆
Molecular Weight	172.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dihydro-1,4,6-trimethylnaphthalene; 1,4,6-Trimethyl-1,2-dihydronaphthalene; NSC 221986; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4,6-trimethylnaphthalene (related isomer); 1,4,6-Trimethyltetralin (common name); 1,2-Dihydro-1,4,6-trimethyl-naphthalin
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,4,6-Trimethyl-1,2-Dihydronaphthalene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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