Description

1-Naphthalenemethylamine is a versatile aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive primary amine group and a naphthyl ring system, enabling its use in the creation of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is utilized to develop active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a fundamental intermediate for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Employed in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthalenemethylamine
CAS No.	118-31-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₁N
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthylmethylamine; (1-Naphthyl)methanamine; α-Naphthylmethylamine; Naphthalen-1-ylmethanamine; 1-(Aminomethyl)naphthalene; 1-NMA; NSC 403697
EINECS	204-245-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Naphthalenemethylamine is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material is suitable for demanding industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline mass
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.