Description

1,1,4,4,6,7-Hexamethyltetralin is a synthetic, high-purity aromatic hydrocarbon derivative with a complex, fully substituted tetralin structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty chemical in advanced organic synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and advanced polymer industries for its unique steric and electronic properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex musky and amber odorants due to its stable, polycyclic framework.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a key synthetic building block or a scaffold in medicinal chemistry for developing novel active compounds.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a starting material or intermediate in multi-step synthesis for creating complex organic molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal display (LCD) components.
• Chemical Standard & Reference Material: Supplied in high purity for analytical calibration and research benchmarks.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,4,4,6,7-Hexamethyltetralin
CAS No.	58848-15-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₄
Molecular Weight	216.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,4,4,6,7-Hexamethyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; Hexamethyltetralin; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,1,4,4,6,7-hexamethylnaphthalene; HMT; Tetralin, hexamethyl-; Musk Tetralin (related derivative); Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,4,4,6,7-Hexamethyltetralin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures reliable and consistent performance for your critical applications.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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