Description

2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 4,8-Dimethoxy- is a specialized methoxy-substituted naphthoic acid derivative that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its distinct substitution pattern makes it a crucial building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of functional dyes and advanced materials. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Core intermediate for producing high-performance dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners used in textiles, inks, and coatings.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Starting material for the synthesis of organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and components for OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful in constructing sophisticated chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization.
• Research & Development: Critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and material science applications.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce naphthalene units into polymer backbones to alter thermal, mechanical, or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 4,8-Dimethoxy-
CAS No.	105901-90-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₄
Molecular Weight	232.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4,8-Dimethoxy-2-naphthoic Acid; 4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalene-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Naphthoic Acid, 4,8-dimethoxy-; 4,8-Dimethoxy-2-naphthalenecarboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-4,8-dimethoxynaphthalene; 4,8-Dimethoxynaphthoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 4,8-Dimethoxy- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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 ≤ 2.0%

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