Tetralone (3,4-Dihydronaphthalen-1(2H)-one) is a colorless to pale yellow crystalline compound, is an aroma chemical in the fragrance industry, and Versatile intermediate in dye and pigment synthesis. Tetralone possesses a mild woody-floral scent. Researchers choose Tetralone for synthesizing pharmaceutical compounds and other fine chemicals. Tetralone exhibits excellent reactivity due to its cyclic ketone structure, making it suitable for multiple chemical modifications and applications.
Tetralone (3,4-Dihydronaphthalen-1(2H)-one) is a colorless to pale yellow crystalline compound, is an aroma chemical in the fragrance industry, and Versatile intermediate in dye and pigment synthesis. Tetralone possesses a mild woody-floral scent. Researchers choose Tetralone for synthesizing pharmaceutical compounds and other fine chemicals. Tetralone exhibits excellent reactivity due to its cyclic ketone structure, making it suitable for multiple chemical modifications and applications.
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Flavors & Fragrances
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Fragrance Ingredients
Aroma Chemicals
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Chemical Properties & Specifications
Eye Irritation: Category 2A Skin Irritation: Category 2
H315: Causes skin irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes
*Used as a woody-floral note in fine fragrance compositions *Base chemical for the synthesis of high-end aroma molecules
*Intermediate for anthraquinone dyes and vat dyes *Building block for synthesis of complex dye molecules
*Precursor in the synthesis of several API intermediates *Utilized in organic synthesis for various pharmaceutical scaffolds
*Integrated into pharmaceutical R&D and intermediates synthesis pipelines *Applied in the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring ketone functionality
*High reactivity as a ketone for downstream chemical reactions *Woody aromatic note suitable for perfumery applications *Versatile intermediate across industries such as fragrance, dyes, Pharma
Store at 10–30°C, avoid moisture and heat
25 kg fiber drums or HDPE containers
2 years under cool, dry, sealed conditions
Not classified as hazardous for transport
