Description

Methyl 3-Methoxy-2-Naphthoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its defined molecular structure, which provides a reliable building block for constructing complex molecules with precision. This product is essential for research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking consistent quality for their synthesis processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor material for electron-transport or host materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing specialized dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for displays.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and novel compound synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used to introduce specific functional groups into polymers for enhanced material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Methoxy-2-Naphthoate
CAS No.	13041-60-6
Molecular Formula	C13H12O3
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-2-naphthoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-methoxy-2-naphthalenecarboxylate; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 3-methoxy-, methyl ester; 3-Methoxynaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Methoxy-2-Naphthoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Maximum Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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