2-Tetralone is an organic compound, organic chemical compound with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₀O. This colourless oil is an intermediate in organic synthesis. It is a ketone derivative of tetralin, a hydrogenated derivative of naphthalene. A related compound is 1-Tetralone, 1-tetralone. 2-Tetralone is prepared by reductive cleavage of 2-naphthyl ethers.

Applications

2-Tetralone is an intermediate in the synthesis of a variety of pharmaceutical drugs including L-687,384, nepinalone, napamezole, spirodone, and trioxifene.

References

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