Description

1-Methylnaphthalen-2-Yl Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a specialized organic triflate ester, a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a reactive intermediate, enabling the introduction of the 1-methylnaphthalen-2-yl moiety into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials where the naphthalene unit is integral.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an effective electrophile in palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Suzuki, Negishi, and Stille couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Provides a versatile handle for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methylnaphthalen-2-Yl Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	1094898-08-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁F₃O₃S
Molecular Weight	304.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1-naphthyl trifluoromethanesulfonate; 2-Methylnaphthalen-1-yl triflate; 1-Methyl-2-naphthyl triflate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic acid 1-methyl-2-naphthalenyl ester; 1-Methyl-2-naphthyl trifluoromethanesulfonate; 2-Methyl-1-naphthyl triflate; (1-Methylnaphthalen-2-yl) trifluoromethanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methylnaphthalen-2-Yl Trifluoromethanesulfonate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical data are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the material should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and kept free from moisture. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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