Description

1-tert-Butylnaphthalene CAS NO 17085-91-5 is a high-purity, alkylated naphthalene derivative valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and specialty solvent. Its unique structure, featuring a bulky tert-butyl group, imparts specific steric and electronic properties that are leveraged in advanced material synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, dyes, and liquid crystals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development and scale-up of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where its specific aromatic framework is required.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced organic materials that benefit from its aromatic and alkyl functionalities.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-boiling-point solvent for specific reactions and purification processes in organic synthesis.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-tert-Butylnaphthalene
CAS No.	17085-91-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)naphthalene; 1-(tert-Butyl)naphthalene; Naphthalene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; tert-Butylnaphthalene; 1-tert-Butyl-naphthalin; 1-t-Butylnaphthalene; 1-(tert-butyl)naphthalene; 1-(2-Methyl-2-propyl)naphthalene
EINECS	241-155-1

Quality Control

Our 1-tert-Butylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the highest standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, heat, and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%

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