Description

4A(2H)-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, Octahydro- is a specialized, hydrogenated derivative of naphthalenecarboxylic acid, offering unique chemical stability and reactivity for advanced synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile, high-purity building block for creating complex molecular architectures in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, multi-ring structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring saturated polycyclic frameworks.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals where the hydrogenated naphthalene core imparts specific physical or color properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or polymeric materials due to its rigid, yet modified, polycyclic structure.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized for constructing sophisticated ligand systems in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4A(2H)-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, Octahydro-
CAS No.	7112-20-1
Molecular Formula	C11H16O2
Molecular Weight	180.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Octahydro-4a(2H)-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; Perhydro-4a(2H)-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; cis-Bicyclo[4.4.0]decane-1-carboxylic acid (decahydronaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid derivative); Decalin-1-carboxylic acid (specific isomer); Hydrogenated 1-naphthoic acid; 1-Carboxydecahydronaphthalene; 4a,5,6,7,8,8a-Hexahydro-4aH-naphthalene-1-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4A(2H)-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, Octahydro- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.