Description

7-Bromo-3-Hydroxy-Naphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its bromo, hydroxy, and carboxylic acid functional groups, enabling precise chemical modifications for complex molecule construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors who require high-purity building blocks for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds, for therapeutic areas such as oncology and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its halogenated structure contributes to biological activity.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners due to its fused aromatic ring system.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials that require tailored electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development, cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig), and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Bromo-3-Hydroxy-Naphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1779-11-9
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	267.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 7-bromo-3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxy-7-bromo-2-naphthoic acid; 7-Bromo-3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid; 7-Bromo-β-hydroxynaphthoic acid; 7-Bromo-3-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; NSC 403107; BRN 2210881
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 7-Bromo-3-Hydroxy-Naphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid in high-purity grades suitable for research and commercial synthesis. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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