Description

Amino-(4-Methoxy-Naphthalen-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid is a specialized naphthalene derivative featuring both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups, making it a valuable building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries seeking to create novel molecules with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the naphthalene scaffold is beneficial.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Employed to create novel chiral or achiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Development: Utilized in the design of fluorescent markers, sensors, and bio-imaging agents due to the inherent photophysical properties of the naphthalene core.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) conducting exploratory research in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Amino-(4-Methoxy-Naphthalen-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1100358-37-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃NO₃
Molecular Weight	231.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-(4-methoxynaphthalen-1-yl)acetic acid; (4-Methoxy-1-naphthyl)glycine; 1-Naphthaleneacetic acid, α-amino-4-methoxy-; Amino(4-methoxy-1-naphthyl)acetic acid; Glycine, N-(4-methoxy-1-naphthyl)-; 4-Methoxy-1-naphthylglycine
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Quality Control

Our Amino-(4-Methoxy-Naphthalen-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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