Description

1-(Methoxymethyl)-8-Methylnaphthalene is a specialized naphthalene derivative featuring a methoxymethyl substituent, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise, high-purity building blocks for complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific naphthalene-based structures.
• Academic & R&D: Essential reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies within university and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Methoxymethyl)-8-Methylnaphthalene
CAS No.	135734-04-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₄O
Molecular Weight	186.25 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-1-(methoxymethyl)naphthalene; 1-Methoxymethyl-8-methylnaphthalene; 8-Methyl-1-naphthalenemethyl methyl ether; NSC 405124; 1-(Methoxymethyl)-8-methyl-naphthalene
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Methoxymethyl)-8-Methylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can provide material tailored to specific research or production-grade requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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