Description

2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 6-Fluoro-, Phenyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ester, a high-purity intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a naphthalene core and a fluorinated phenyl ester group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds for electronic applications, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into polymer chains, potentially altering thermal stability, chemical resistance, or optical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Research: Utilized in the development of new fluorinated dyes and pigments that may offer improved lightfastness or unique chromatic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and esterification/transesterification processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 6-Fluoro-, Phenyl Ester
CAS No.	112058-13-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₃FO₂
Molecular Weight	280.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Fluoro-2-naphthoic acid phenyl ester; Phenyl 6-fluoro-2-naphthoate; 6-Fluoronaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid phenyl ester; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 6-fluoro-, phenyl ester; 6-Fluoro-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid phenyl ester; Phenyl 6-fluoronaphthalene-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid, 6-Fluoro-, Phenyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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, 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
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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