Description

Methyl 2-Methoxy-1-Naphthoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its specific naphthalene-based structure, which is essential for constructing complex molecules in research and industrial applications. This product is primarily needed by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor material for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediates: Employed in the manufacture of specialty dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Methoxy-1-Naphthoate
CAS No.	13343-92-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-1-naphthoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methoxynaphthalene-1-carboxylate; 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 2-methoxy-, methyl ester; 2-Methoxynaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methoxynaphthoate; 2-Methoxy-1-naphthalenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methoxy-1-naphthalenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Methoxy-1-Naphthoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. We support custom synthesis and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements, from research to commercial scale.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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