Description

5,8-Dichloro-1-Naphthol is a halogenated naphthol derivative, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides reactive sites for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysts, and other functional polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new organic reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,8-Dichloro-1-Naphthol
CAS No.	1574-18-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆Cl₂O
Molecular Weight	213.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthol, 5,8-dichloro-; 5,8-Dichloronaphthalen-1-ol; 5,8-Dichloro-1-hydroxynaphthalene; NSC 403107; 1-Hydroxy-5,8-dichloronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,8-Dichloro-1-Naphthol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications, including assay by HPLC and impurity profile. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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