Description

(E)-3-(2-Furyl)-1-(2-Naphthyl)-2-Propen-1-One is a high-purity, conjugated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its rigid, planar structure is highly valued. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical manufacturing for applications in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and non-linear optical materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials in OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) devices.
• Non-linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Investigated for use in photonic applications due to its conjugated π-electron system.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or asymmetric catalysis.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Employed as a core structure in the design of fluorescent dyes and molecular sensors.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-3-(2-Furyl)-1-(2-Naphthyl)-2-Propen-1-One
CAS No.	15462-59-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	248.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthyl 2-Furyl Ketone; 1-(2-Naphthalenyl)-3-(2-furanyl)-2-propen-1-one; 3-(2-Furyl)-1-(2-naphthyl)prop-2-en-1-one; (E)-1-(Naphthalen-2-yl)-3-(furan-2-yl)prop-2-en-1-one; 2-Propen-1-one, 3-(2-furanyl)-1-(2-naphthalenyl)-, (E)-; Furylnaphthylpropenone; Naphthalen-2-yl(furan-2-yl)ketone (related); Contact for further synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (E)-3-(2-Furyl)-1-(2-Naphthyl)-2-Propen-1-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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