Description

Phenol, 2-(1-Naphthalenyl)- is a specialized aromatic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique naphthyl-substituted phenolic structure makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex aromatic frameworks.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, planar structure.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for creating new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of high-performance dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for coupling reactions and as a ligand or modifier in catalytic systems.
• Photoresist and Photopolymer Components: Utilized in the formulation of advanced photoresists for the semiconductor and electronics industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 2-(1-Naphthalenyl)-
CAS No.	101277-90-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	220.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Naphthyl)phenol; 2-(Naphthalen-1-yl)phenol; 1-Naphthyl-2-phenol; 2-(1-Naphthalenyl)phenol; 2-(α-Naphthyl)phenol; 2-Hydroxy-1,1'-binaphthyl (related structural analog); Phenolnaphthalene; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenol, 2-(1-Naphthalenyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH, and can provide material suitable for research and development under cGMP guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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