Description

3-Methoxynaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is a versatile naphthalene-based organic intermediate featuring both methoxy and nitrile functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in the fabrication of OLED devices.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and cyanation reactions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used to introduce functional groups into polymers or to create novel monomers for high-performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxynaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	147397-59-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉NO
Molecular Weight	183.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyano-3-methoxynaphthalene; 3-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile; 3-Methoxynaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 1-Naphthonitrile, 3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxy-1-cyanonaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxynaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR for comprehensive characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.