Description

2-Methylnaphthalene-1-Carbonyl Chloride is a versatile and reactive acyl chloride derivative of a methylated naphthalene. This compound serves as a critical high-purity building block for the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel compounds and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for introducing the 2-methyl-1-naphthoyl moiety into target molecules via amidation or esterification reactions.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and synthetic chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylnaphthalene-1-Carbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	10008-12-5
Molecular Formula	C12H9ClO
Molecular Weight	204.65 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chlorocarbonyl-2-methylnaphthalene; 2-Methyl-1-naphthoyl chloride; 2-Methyl-1-naphthalenecarbonyl chloride; 1-Naphthoyl chloride, 2-methyl-; α-Methyl-1-naphthoyl chloride; 2-Methylnaphthalene-1-carbonyl chloride; 2-Methyl-1-naphthoic acid chloride
EINECS	233-008-9

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Methylnaphthalene-1-Carbonyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for purity and consistency. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request for quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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