Description

6-Iodo-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene is a halogenated tetrahydronaphthalene derivative, a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its iodine substituent, which serves as an excellent handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with tetrahydronaphthalene or naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require halogenated aromatic intermediates.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials due to its planar, aromatic-derived structure.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom makes it an ideal substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Iodo-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene
CAS No.	56804-94-5
Molecular Formula	C10H11I
Molecular Weight	258.10 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Iodotetralin; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-6-iodonaphthalene; 6-Iodo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 6-Iodotetrahydronaphthalene; Tetralin, 6-iodo-; NSC 404087; 6-iodo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Iodo-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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