Description

4-Acetyl-5-Hydroxy-1,5,7-Trimethyl-6-Oxo-4A,8A-Dihydro-4H-Naphthalene- 1-Carboxylic Acid CAS NO 58661-24-8 is a specialized naphthalene derivative carboxylic acid that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique polyfunctional structure, featuring acetyl, hydroxyl, and carboxylic acid groups on a partially saturated naphthalene core, makes it valuable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research targeting complex polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive naphthalene scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials requiring specific functional group arrays.
• Academic & Research Chemistry: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cyclization reactions and heterocycle formation.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Acetyl-5-Hydroxy-1,5,7-Trimethyl-6-Oxo-4A,8A-Dihydro-4H-Naphthalene- 1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	58661-24-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈O₅
Molecular Weight	290.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetyl-5-hydroxy-1,5,7-trimethyl-6-oxo-4a,8a-dihydro-4H-naphthalene-1-carboxylic acid; 1,5,7-Trimethyl-4-acetyl-5-hydroxy-6-oxo-4a,8a-dihydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid; 58661-24-8; 4-Acetyl-5-hydroxy-1,5,7-trimethyl-6-oxo-4a,8a-dihydro-1-naphthoic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Acetyl-5-Hydroxy-1,5,7-Trimethyl-6-Oxo-4A,8A-Dihydro-4H-Naphthalene- 1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure reliable purity and consistent batch-to-batch performance for your critical R&D and production processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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