Description

Rel-1-Methyltetralin-1α*,2α*-Diol is a high-purity, stereochemically defined diol derivative of tetralin. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking to develop or produce complex, optically active molecules. The compound is supplied with a guaranteed Certificate of Analysis to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a precursor or auxiliary in stereoselective reactions to construct complex molecular architectures with high enantiomeric purity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialty chemicals, including advanced ligands, catalysts, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in methodological studies and process chemistry development for exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialized polymers or liquid crystals where the rigid tetralin backbone is advantageous.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rel-1-Methyltetralin-1α*,2α*-Diol
CAS No.	56588-36-4
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1,2-dihydroxytetralin; (1R,2R)-1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-1,2-diol; rel-(1R,2R)-1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-1,2-diol; 1-Methyl-1,2-dihydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; Tetralin Diol Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Rel-1-Methyltetralin-1α*,2α*-Diol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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