Description

2-(2-Naphthyl)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a naphthalene core, making it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced synthesis. This compound matters for its role in the development of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, where its specific stereochemistry and functional groups are critical for creating active molecules. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and academic research laboratories focused on asymmetric synthesis and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators that require specific stereoisomers for efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of complex organic molecules for dyes, pigments, and advanced materials.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in stereoselective reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Naphthyl)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid
CAS No.	10441-53-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-2-(naphthalen-2-yl)propanoic acid; 2-Naphthyl lactic acid; 2-(2-Naphthyl)lactic acid; α-Hydroxy-2-naphthalenepropanoic acid; 2-(2-Naphthyl)-2-hydroxypropionic acid; DL-2-Naphthyl lactic acid; (±)-2-Hydroxy-2-(2-naphthyl)propanoic acid
EINECS	233-935-6

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Naphthyl)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	Specify (Racemic or Enantiopure)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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