Description

3-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Acrylaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its conjugated naphthyl and acrylaldehyde structure. This compound matters as a key intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules, particularly in the development of advanced materials and functional chemicals. Industries such as pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical manufacturing need this high-purity intermediate for creating novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a naphthalene-based scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the conjugated aldehyde group enables further functionalization.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its rigid, planar naphthalene structure.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners, where it contributes to color fastness and specific light-absorption properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis, leveraging the aldehyde group for Schiff base formation.
• Polymer and Resin Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce aromaticity and reactivity into polymer backbones, enhancing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Used in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, where naphthalene derivatives can contribute unique olfactory characteristics.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, including cycloaddition reactions and multicomponent coupling processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Acrylaldehyde
CAS No.	113388-98-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthylacrolein; 3-(2-Naphthyl)propenal; (E)-3-(Naphthalen-2-yl)acrylaldehyde; trans-3-(2-Naphthyl)acrylaldehyde; 2-Naphthaleneacrolein; β-(2-Naphthyl)acrolein; 3-(2-Naphthalenyl)-2-propenal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Acrylaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.