Description

[(1-Nitro-2-Naphthyl)Oxy]Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a naphthalene core substituted with a nitro group and an acetic acid moiety via an ether linkage. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and dyestuff industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research for developing new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in methodological studies and organic synthesis projects.
• Ligand and Complex Formation: Its structure can be modified to create chelating agents for metal catalysis and separation processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(1-Nitro-2-Naphthyl)Oxy]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	10440-91-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉NO₅
Molecular Weight	247.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1-Nitro-2-naphthyl)oxy]acetic acid; 1-Nitro-2-naphthoxyacetic acid; (1-Nitro-2-naphthyloxy)acetic acid; Acetic acid, [(1-nitro-2-naphthalenyl)oxy]-; O-(1-Nitro-2-naphthyl)glycolic acid; Glycolic acid, O-(1-nitro-2-naphthyl) ether; NSC 403796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [(1-Nitro-2-Naphthyl)Oxy]Acetic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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