Description

7-Methoxy-1-Naphthyl-Acetonitrile is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a naphthalene core substituted with a methoxy group and an acetonitrile moiety. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex chemical structures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals or organic semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to its conjugated naphthalene system.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and cyano-group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methoxy-1-Naphthyl-Acetonitrile
CAS No.	106379-60-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Cyanomethyl)-7-methoxynaphthalene; 7-Methoxy-1-naphthaleneacetonitrile; (7-Methoxynaphthalen-1-yl)acetonitrile; 7-Methoxy-1-naphthylacetonitrile; 7-Methoxy-1-naphthalenylacetonitrile; 7-Methoxy-1-naphthyl cyanomethyl; 7-Methoxy-α-naphthylacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methoxy-1-Naphthyl-Acetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.