Decalin by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. Also known as decahydronaphthalene, is a bicyclic organic compound. This reagent is a colourless liquid which is insoluble in water. It has a melting point of 30.4 C and a boiling point of 187 C. Decalin can be prepared from the hydrogenation of naphthalene in the presence of a catalyst. While it is stable under general conditions, this reagent is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. CAS No.: 91-17-8 Quantity Provided: 500 ml per bottle Molecule formula: C10H18 Molecular weight: 138.55 Assay: 98 %Decalin has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This compound finds several applications in the synthesis of various organic derivatives. Decalin is widely used as an industrial solvent for many resins or fuel additives. It is additionally a substitute for turpentine in lacquers, shoe polishes and waxes. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.