Description

4-(Naphthalen-1-Ylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a naphthylmethoxy substituent, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require precise chemical scaffolds for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the naphthalene moiety can contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core building block for creating organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and emissive layers in display technologies.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter thermal stability, refractive index, or mechanical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex colorants with enhanced lightfastness and chromatic properties.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Naphthalen-1-Ylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	172932-11-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	262.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(1-Naphthylmethoxy)]benzaldehyde; 4-(1-Naphthylmethoxy)benzaldehyde; 1-[(4-Formylphenoxy)methyl]naphthalene; p-[(1-Naphthylmethoxy)]benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-[(1-naphthalenylmethoxy)]-; 4-(Naphthalen-1-ylmethoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(1-Naphthalenylmethoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(1-Naphthylmethoxy)benzaldehyde (common name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Naphthalen-1-Ylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

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%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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