Description

6-Dimethylamino-2-Naphthaldehyde is a versatile naphthalene derivative featuring a formyl group and a dimethylamino substituent, making it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced fluorescent dyes, sensors, and functional materials. It is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and specialty chemical manufacturers focused on creating novel chromophores and optoelectronic materials.

Application

• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: A critical precursor for developing environment-sensitive fluorescent dyes and molecular probes used in bioimaging and cellular studies.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for constructing conjugated molecules and polymers for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Sensors: Employed in the design of chemosensors for the detection of metal ions, anions, or small molecules due to its signaling moiety.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating new functional materials with specific optical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized naphthalimide-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Dimethylamino-2-Naphthaldehyde
CAS No.	173471-71-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃NO
Molecular Weight	199.25 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Dimethylamino)-2-naphthaldehyde; 2-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 6-(dimethylamino)-; 6-(Dimethylamino)naphthalene-2-carbaldehyde; 6-Dimethylamino-2-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 6-Dimethylaminonaphthalene-2-carboxaldehyde; 6-DMA-2-NA; DMAN-CHO; 2-Formyl-6-dimethylaminonaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Dimethylamino-2-Naphthaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production 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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.