Description

5-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid is a high-purity, versatile brominated naphthalene derivative used as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a carboxylic acid functional group, enabling precise molecular construction in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the naphthalene core provides structural diversity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Acts as a starting material for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce bromine or carboxylic acid groups into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex polycyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid
CAS No.	1013-83-8
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	251.08 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromonaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-β-naphthoic acid; NSC 404080; 5-Br-2-NA
EINECS	213-805-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	248°C - 252°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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