Description

5-Chloro-2-Tetralone is a versatile chlorinated tetralone derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique fused-ring structure, which provides a strategic scaffold for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with tetralin or naphthalene-based structures.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for synthesizing various fused-ring systems, heterocycles, and functionalized aromatic compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators that require chlorinated aromatic motifs.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for creating specialty polymers, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including novel cyclization and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Tetralone
CAS No.	69739-64-6
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClO
Molecular Weight	180.63 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-2(1H)-one; 5-Chloro-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalen-2-one; 2-Tetralone, 5-chloro-; 5-Chloro-α-tetralone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Tetralone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality standards are designed to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and advanced synthetic 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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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