| Formula / Notation | C10H12 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 119-64-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.20 |
| Melting Point | -23.1 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 406 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.974 at 68 °F (liquid (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | MISCIBLE WITH ETHANOL, BUTANOL, ACETONE, BENZENE, PETROLEUM ETHER, CHLOROFORM, &PETROLEUM ETHER, DECALIN; SOL IN METHANOL: 50.6% WT/WT; INSOL IN WATER. |
| Appearance | Tetrahydronaphthalene appears as a light colored liquid. May be irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. |
| Also Known As | 1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene; 119-64-2; Benzocyclohexane; Tetrahydronaphthalene; Tetranap; Tetraline; Naphthalene, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-; Tetralina; Naphthalene 1,2,3,4-tetrahydride |
| Category | Solvents |
What is Tetralin?
Tetralin is an ortho-fused bicyclic hydrocarbon that is 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro derivative of naphthalene. It is an ortho-fused bicyclic hydrocarbon and a member of tetralins. It derives from a hydride of a naphthalene.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene
Other Names / Synonyms: 1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronaphthalene; 119-64-2; Benzocyclohexane; Tetrahydronaphthalene; Tetranap; Tetraline; Naphthalene, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-; Tetralina; Naphthalene 1,2,3,4-tetrahydride
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -23.1 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 406 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.974 at 68 °F (liquid (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 132.20 |
| Solubility | MISCIBLE WITH ETHANOL, BUTANOL, ACETONE, BENZENE, PETROLEUM ETHER, CHLOROFORM, &PETROLEUM ETHER, DECALIN; SOL IN METHANOL: 50.6% WT/WT; INSOL IN WATER. |
| Appearance | Tetrahydronaphthalene appears as a light colored liquid. May be irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Tetralin is an ortho-fused bicyclic hydrocarbon that is 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro derivative of naphthalene. It is an ortho-fused bicyclic hydrocarbon and a member of tetralins. It derives from a hydride of a naphthalene.
Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.
Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Tetralin is: C10H12