Description

7-Aminonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is a specialized aromatic amine derivative that serves as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an amino and a nitrile functional group on a naphthalene backbone, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional dyes. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and advanced functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: 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 herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial precursor for creating naphthalimide-based fluorescent dyes, optical brighteners, and high-performance pigments.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Employed in the research and development of electron-transport materials and emissive layer components for display technologies.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for engineering polymers with enhanced thermal stability or specific optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic methodology development and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Aminonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	129667-71-6
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2
Molecular Weight	168.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-7-naphthylamine; 7-Amino-2-naphthonitrile; 2-Amino-7-cyanonaphthalene; 7-Amino-2-cyanonaphthalene; 1-Amino-6-cyanonaphthalene; 2-Naphthalenecarbonitrile, 7-amino-; 7-Amino-2-naphthalenecarbonitrile; Naphthalene-2-carbonitrile, 7-amino-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 7-Aminonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including purity assay and impurity profile determined by HPLC, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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