Description

2-Naphthyl Caprylate is an organic ester derived from 2-naphthol and caprylic acid, identified by CAS NO 10251-17-9. This compound serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and a potential standard in analytical chemistry. It is primarily sought by industries involved in specialty chemical synthesis, fragrance and flavor development, and advanced material research.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, including liquid crystals, polymers, and specialty surfactants.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or a modifying agent in the creation of sophisticated aromatic compounds.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard or a building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D laboratories.
• Plasticizer & Additive: Investigated for use as a specialty plasticizer or additive in polymer formulations to modify physical properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthyl Caprylate
CAS No.	10251-17-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	270.37 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthol Caprylate; β-Naphthyl Octanoate; Octanoic Acid 2-Naphthyl Ester; Caprylic Acid 2-Naphthyl Ester; 2-Naphthyl Octanoate; 2-Naphthyl Ester of Octanoic Acid; 2-Hydroxynaphthalene Octanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Naphthyl Caprylate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided and 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 oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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