Description

2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Ethan-1-Ol is a high-value fluorinated naphthalene derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the unique combination of the naphthalene scaffold and the trifluoroethanol moiety, which imparts significant electronic and steric properties to target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, especially in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Precursor: Intermediate for synthesizing fluorinated polymers and liquid crystals with unique optical and electronic properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for charge-transport materials and emitters in OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) research.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in fluorination chemistry and stereoselective synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Ethan-1-Ol
CAS No.	1645-50-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉F₃O
Molecular Weight	226.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(2-naphthyl)ethanol; 1-(2-Naphthyl)-2,2,2-trifluoroethanol; α-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-naphthalenemethanol; 2-Naphthyl Trifluoromethyl Carbinol; 2-(2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-hydroxyethyl)naphthalene; 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(naphthalen-2-yl)ethan-1-ol (IUPAC); 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-naphthylethanol
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Ethan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (Enantiomeric Excess)
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.