Description

8-(Aminomethyl)Naphthalene-2-Carboxylicacidhydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of naphthalene, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a primary amine group, which enables its use in creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its naphthalene core.
• Ligand and Chelator Production: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into the backbone of specialty polymers, dyes, and advanced organic materials to impart specific functional properties.
• Bioconjugation and Probe Development: Utilized in biochemical research for labeling proteins or creating fluorescent probes and diagnostic agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to construct complex polycyclic or heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(Aminomethyl)Naphthalene-2-Carboxylicacidhydrochloride
CAS No.	152768-98-4
Molecular Formula	C13H13NO2·HCl
Molecular Weight	251.71 g/mol (Free base: 215.25 g/mol)
Synonyms	2-(Aminomethyl)-8-naphthoic acid hydrochloride; 8-(Aminomethyl)-2-naphthoic acid hydrochloride; 1,8-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid, 2-(aminomethyl)-, monohydrochloride; 2-Carboxy-8-aminomethylnaphthalene hydrochloride; 8-Carbamoylnaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid hydrochloride (tautomer); 2-(Aminomethyl)naphthalene-8-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; AMNCA hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 8-(Aminomethyl)Naphthalene-2-Carboxylicacidhydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept in a dry environment with minimal humidity fluctuation. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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