Description

(S)-(-)-1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine is a high-purity chiral amine building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile chiral auxiliary and resolving agent for the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise stereochemistry is critical for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials.

Application

• As a chiral resolving agent for the separation of racemic mixtures of carboxylic acids and other acidic compounds.
• As a key chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis, including alkylation and conjugate addition reactions.
• In the research and development of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• For the synthesis of chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, such as for hydrogenation reactions.
• In the preparation of high-value intermediates for advanced material science applications.
• As a standard or reference compound in analytical chemistry for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(-)-1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine
CAS No.	10420-89-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	171.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine; (S)-(-)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine; (S)-1-(Naphthalen-1-yl)ethan-1-amine; (S)-α-Methyl-1-naphthalenemethylamine; (S)-NEA; L-NEA; (S)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethanamine; (S)-1-(Naphthalen-1-yl)ethylamine
EINECS	233-901-7

Quality Control

Our (S)-(-)-1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific rotation are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]²⁰D	-40° to -44° (c=1 in Ethanol)
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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