Description

3-Chloronaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized chlorinated naphthalene derivative that serves as a high-value synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. Industrial buyers and R&D chemists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and organic electronics sectors need it for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for n-type semiconductors, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other functional materials.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing high-performance, chlorinated pigments and dyes with enhanced properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful in creating specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloronaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	19411-56-4
Molecular Formula	C11H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	206.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoic acid, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloro-2-naphthoic acid; 3-Chloronaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Chloro-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; 3-Chloronaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 19411-56-4; 3-Chloro-naphthalene-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloronaphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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