Description

4-Phenylnaphthalene-1-Carboxaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure with a pendant phenyl group makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex polycyclic architectures and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications ranging from ligand synthesis to the development of organic electronic components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with polyaromatic or extended π-systems for targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection, leveraging its structural complexity for enhanced bioactivity.
• Material Science & OLEDs: Acts as a precursor for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials and other electronic chemicals due to its potential for charge transport and luminescence.
• Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of sophisticated ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance dyes and pigments with specific coloristic and stability properties.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenylnaphthalene-1-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	133550-74-0
Molecular Formula	C17H12O
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Formyl-4-phenylnaphthalene; 4-Phenyl-1-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Phenyl-1-naphthaldehyde; 1-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 4-phenyl-; 4-Phenylnaphthalene-1-aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Phenylnaphthalene-1-Carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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