Description

1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine is a chiral amine building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its naphthyl group provides a bulky, aromatic framework that is highly valuable for creating chiral ligands, catalysts, and advanced pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors who require high-purity, enantiomerically enriched intermediates for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Chiral Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a core structure for developing asymmetric catalysts and ligands used in enantioselective hydrogenation, alkylation, and other critical transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research within universities and corporate R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine
CAS No.	1091627-43-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	171.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(1-(Naphthalen-1-yl)ethyl)amine; 1-(1-Naphthyl)ethanamine; α-Methyl-1-naphthalenemethylamine; (R/S)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine; 1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine (racemic); NEA; 1-Naphthylethylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis (HPLC, GC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and determination of chemical purity and residual solvents to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and production applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	Contact for details (racemic or specific enantiomer available)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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