Description

3-Methylnaphthalene-2-Carboxaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring high-purity intermediates for research, process development, and fine chemical manufacturing will find this product essential for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of advanced colorants and functional dyes due to its reactive aldehyde group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating novel chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylnaphthalene-2-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	17893-94-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formyl-3-methylnaphthalene; 3-Methyl-2-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Methyl-2-naphthaldehyde; 3-Methylnaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 3-methyl-; β-Methyl-β-naphthoic aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methylnaphthalene-2-Carboxaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.