Description

Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Acetate is a versatile naphthalene-based cyanoacetate ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of naphthalene-containing drug candidates, including potential anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a naphthalene backbone.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing naphthalene-based dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for developing new cyanoacetate-based coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to create novel chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	13234-71-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	239.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (1-Naphthyl)cyanoacetate; Ethyl α-Cyano-α-(1-naphthyl)acetate; 2-Cyano-2-(1-naphthyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1-Naphthaleneacetic acid, α-cyano-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-cyano-2-(1-naphthyl)acetate; NSC 163044; Acetic acid, 2-cyano-2-(1-naphthyl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Acetate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis by GC. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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