Description

1-Benzyl-5-Methoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene is a synthetic organic compound belonging to the tetrahydronaphthalene (tetralin) class, featuring a benzyl substitution at the 1-position and a methoxy group at the 5-position. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in developing novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in research and development for constructing more complex polycyclic or substituted aromatic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Potential intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies, catalysis research, and as a standard in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzyl-5-Methoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene
CAS No.	690232-04-3
Molecular Formula	C18H20O
Molecular Weight	252.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Benzyl-5-methoxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 5-Methoxy-1-benzyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 1-Benzyl-5-methoxytetralin; 690232-04-3; Benzylmethoxytetralin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyl-5-Methoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent composition, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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