
Catalog Number	AR0003LN
Chemical Name	Naphthalene, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-5-methoxy-
CAS Number	1008-19-1
Molecular Formula	C11H14O
Molecular Weight	162.22826000000006
MDL Number	MFCD22536129
SMILES	COc1cccc2c1CCCC2
NSC Number	5242

1-Methoxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene, also known as methoxytetralin, is a versatile organic compound commonly utilized in chemical synthesis. Its unique structure and reactivity make it an essential building block in various synthetic pathways, particularly in the production of fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals.In chemical synthesis, 1-Methoxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene serves as a valuable intermediate for the preparation of complex organic molecules. Its methoxy group provides a handle for selective functionalization, allowing chemists to introduce specific substituents or modify its structure to tailor the properties of the final product.Furthermore, the tetralin ring system offers a rigid framework that can confer stereochemical control in asymmetric synthesis processes. This feature is crucial in the development of chiral compounds with defined spatial arrangements, which are often required in pharmaceutical research and drug development.Overall, the strategic incorporation of 1-Methoxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalene in chemical synthesis enables the efficient construction of diverse molecular architectures with enhanced properties and functionalities, making it an indispensable reagent in modern organic chemistry.

Naphthalene, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-5-methoxy-

1008-19-1

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