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Tetrahydropyranyl ethyleneglycol is a polymerized, telechelic molecule with a hetero-bifunctional linkage. It is used in bioconjugate chemistry and has been shown to be effective in the treatment of neuropathic pain. Tetrahydropyranyl ethyleneglycol has an acidic hydroxyl group that can be used for ring-opening reactions. It also has a primary amino group that can be used for ion exchange or as a bifunctional agent. The heterobifunctional properties of tetrahydropyranyl ethyleneglycol allow it to be incorporated into polymers and other polymeric materials.

5,6,7,8-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde is an indole derivative that is used as a precursor to produce other compounds. It is an inducers of enzymes (e.g., hydroxylase) and has been shown to increase the production of toxic metabolites such as cyclized products. 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde can be synthesized from anthracene by reacting it with acetone and hydrochloric acid. This compound can be converted into a variety of derivatives including esters and zoxazolamine. 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydronaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde also has carcinogenic properties and has been shown to cause cancer in rats when injected or orally administered in high doses.