Description

5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-8-Oxonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is a specialized organic compound featuring a fused tetrahydro-naphthalene core with a ketone and nitrile functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with novel modes of action.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional materials due to its conjugated system.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cyclization and functional group transformation reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-8-Oxonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	776328-39-3
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO
Molecular Weight	171.20 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyano-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-8-naphthalenone; 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-8-oxo-2-naphthonitrile; 8-Oxo-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; Tetrahydro-8-oxonaphthalene-2-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-8-Oxonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available upon request.

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 oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.