Description

o-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-2-Naphtylthiochloroformate is a specialized organosulfur reagent featuring a thiocarbonyl chloride functional group attached to a partially hydrogenated naphthalene core. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry, enabling the introduction of the thiochloroformate moiety into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of proprietary drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of advanced polymers and specialty materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the creation of thiol-reactive probes and labeling reagents for biochemical studies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical reagent for fine chemical manufacturers offering bespoke synthesis services.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	o-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-2-Naphtylthiochloroformate
CAS No.	84995-63-1
Molecular Formula	C11H11ClOS
Molecular Weight	226.72 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-2-naphthalenyl chlorothionoformate; 2-Chlorocarbonothioyloxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene; o-Tetrahydro-2-naphthyl chlorothionoformate; 2-Naphthylthiochloroformate, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-; THNTCF; 84995-63-1; Chlorothioformic acid O-(5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2-naphthyl) ester
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Quality Control

Our production of o-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-2-Naphtylthiochloroformate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

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

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