Description

6-Aminonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity aromatic amine derivative featuring both amino and cyano functional groups on a naphthalene backbone. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a versatile and valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries for developing new active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its naphthalene core contributes to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for creating high-performance, color-fast naphthalimide dyes and fluorescent pigments.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the research and development of electron-transport or emitting materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Synthesis: The amino and cyano groups allow for the creation of complexing agents used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizer for engineering polymers with enhanced thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Aminonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	129667-70-5
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2
Molecular Weight	168.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-6-naphthylamine; 6-Amino-2-naphthonitrile; 2-Amino-6-cyanonaphthalene; 6-Amino-2-cyanonaphthalene; 2-Naphthonitrile, 6-amino-; 6-Aminonaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 129667-70-5; 6-Amino-2-naphthalenecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Aminonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistent batch-to-batch performance, with specifications typically meeting or exceeding standard laboratory and pilot-scale requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your project 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). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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