Description

3-(1-Naphthyl)Acrylic Acid is a high-purity organic compound, specifically a naphthalene-substituted acrylic acid derivative, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a conjugated acrylic acid moiety and a bulky naphthyl group, makes it a critical intermediate for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and pharmaceutical agents. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the fine chemical, advanced material, and life science industries seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, aromatic framework.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Used in the synthesis of monomers and additives for advanced display technologies due to its rod-like molecular structure and polymerizable acrylic group.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Employed to create functional polymers with enhanced thermal stability, optical properties, or specific side-chain functionalities for coatings and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, such as Heck reactions, and as a starting material for more complex naphthalene-based derivatives in academic and industrial research.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Serves as a structural component in the synthesis of novel crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of organic dyes and pigments where the naphthyl group contributes to color fastness and molecular stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1-Naphthyl)Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	13026-12-5
Molecular Formula	C13H10O2
Molecular Weight	198.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Naphthalen-1-yl)acrylic acid; 1-Naphthylacrylic acid; (E)-3-(Naphthalen-1-yl)acrylic acid; 3-(1-Naphthyl)-2-propenoic acid; trans-3-(1-Naphthyl)acrylic acid; β-(1-Naphthyl)acrylic acid; NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(1-Naphthyl)Acrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at ambient temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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