Description

1-Amino-8-Fluoronaphthalene is a specialized naphthalene derivative that serves as a high-value fluorinated aromatic amine building block. Its unique structure, featuring both an amino group and a fluorine atom on the naphthalene ring system, makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in advanced material science and fine chemical synthesis, particularly for applications requiring precise molecular modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in display and lighting technologies.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Intermediate for creating specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments with unique color fastness and spectral properties.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce fluorinated aromatic amine functionalities into polymer chains, altering thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new reactions and creating novel fluorinated aromatic compounds.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can act as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Amino-8-Fluoronaphthalene
CAS No.	13720-52-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈FN
Molecular Weight	161.18 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Fluoro-1-naphthylamine; 1-Naphthalenamine, 8-fluoro-; 8-Fluoronaphthalen-1-amine; 1-Amino-8-fluoronaphthalene; 8-Fluoro-1-aminonaphthalene; 8-Fluoronaphth-1-ylamine; 1-Naphthylamine, 8-fluoro-; 8-Fluoro-α-naphthylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-8-Fluoronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and meet the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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