Description

1-Naphthalenol, 7,8-Difluoro- is a specialized fluorinated naphthol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the precise introduction of fluorine atoms and a phenolic hydroxyl group onto the naphthalene scaffold, enabling the fine-tuning of electronic and steric properties in target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients, particularly where enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors, antimicrobials, and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorine substitution improves efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Intermediate for producing fluorinated dyes and pigments with unique color fastness and spectral properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthalenol, 7,8-Difluoro-
CAS No.	1004296-26-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆F₂O
Molecular Weight	180.15 g/mol
Synonyms	7,8-Difluoro-1-naphthol; 7,8-Difluoronaphthalen-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-7,8-difluoronaphthalene; 7,8-Difluoro-1-hydroxynaphthalene; 1-Naphthol, 7,8-difluoro-; 7,8-Difluoro-1-naphthalenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Naphthalenol, 7,8-Difluoro- is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, GC, and NMR is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong alkalis and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued light or in amber glass containers when possible.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.