Description

1,4-Dimethoxy-3-Methyl-2-Naphthaldehyde CAS NO 17827-40-6 is a specialized naphthalene derivative aldehyde characterized by its methoxy and methyl substituents, which impart unique electronic and steric properties. This compound serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures in advanced research and development. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material scientists engaged in the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional organic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoactive materials due to its extended conjugated system.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Utilized in preparing specialized ligands for metal complexes and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Acts as a core structure for creating sensitive fluorescent markers and sensors in analytical chemistry and bioimaging.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for scaling up novel synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dimethoxy-3-Methyl-2-Naphthaldehyde
CAS No.	17827-40-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	230.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-1,4-dimethoxynaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 1,4-dimethoxy-3-methyl-; 1,4-Dimethoxy-3-methyl-2-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 1,4-Dimethoxy-3-methylnaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dimethoxy-3-Methyl-2-Naphthaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and scale-up.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled 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)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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