Description

4,4'-Dicyano-1,1'-Dinaphthyl is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a rigid dinaphthyl core functionalized with cyano groups. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced materials, particularly organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a critical monomer for constructing n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials.
• OLED/PLED Materials: Used in the development of electron-deficient units for host or emitter materials in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and polymer LEDs (PLEDs).
• Non-Fullerene Acceptors (NFAs): Acts as a core or end-capping unit in the synthesis of high-performance NFAs for organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Synthesis: Employed as a rigid, conjugated linker in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystalline materials.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Functions as a precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalytic complexes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of complex molecules for pharmaceutical research due to its unique aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Dicyano-1,1'-Dinaphthyl
CAS No.	115584-22-0
Molecular Formula	C24H12N2
Molecular Weight	328.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Binaphthalene-4,4'-dicarbonitrile; 4,4'-Dicyanobiphenyl; 4,4'-Dicyano-1,1'-binaphthyl; 1,1'-Binaphthyl-4,4'-dicarbonitrile; 4,4'-Bis(cyano)-1,1'-binaphthyl; [1,1'-Binaphthalene]-4,4'-dicarbonitrile; 4-Cyano-1-naphthalenecarbonitrile dimer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Dicyano-1,1'-Dinaphthyl is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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