Description

6-Hydroxy-Naphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is a versatile naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxy and a nitrile functional group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific optical and electronic properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a core intermediate for producing high-performance dyes, optical brighteners, and organic pigments.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research in both academic and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxy-Naphthalene-1-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	130200-57-6
Molecular Formula	C11H7NO
Molecular Weight	169.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyano-6-hydroxynaphthalene; 6-Hydroxy-1-naphthonitrile; 6-Hydroxy-1-naphthalenecarbonitrile; 1-Naphthalenecarbonitrile, 6-hydroxy-; 6-Hydroxynaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 6-Hydroxy-1-cyanonaphthalene; 6-Hydroxynaphthalene-1-nitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxy-Naphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant analytical techniques. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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

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