Description

1-Naphthalenemethanamine, α-Methyl-, (αr)-, (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioate is a high-purity chiral amine salt, specifically the tartrate salt of (R)-1-(1-naphthyl)ethylamine. This compound is a critical chiral building block and resolving agent valued for its ability to separate enantiomers in asymmetric synthesis. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise stereochemistry is paramount for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials.

Application

• Chiral Resolution Agent: Used for the separation of racemic mixtures of carboxylic acids, alcohols, and other chiral compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drugs and bioactive molecules.
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst: Employed as a ligand or catalyst component in stereoselective chemical reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry Standard: Utilized as a reference standard in HPLC and chiral chromatography for method development and validation.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A building block for creating complex organic molecules with defined stereocenters for agrochemicals and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for research in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthalenemethanamine, α-Methyl-, (αr)-, (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioate
CAS No.	1184950-53-5
Molecular Formula	C17H21NO6
Molecular Weight	335.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine tartrate salt; (R)-1-(Naphthalen-1-yl)ethan-1-amine (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate; (R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylammonium hydrogen tartrate; D-(-)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine L-tartrate; (R)-1-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine L-tartrate; (R)-NEAT; (R)-1-Naphthylethylamine tartrate; (R)-α-Methyl-1-naphthalenemethylamine tartrate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Naphthalenemethanamine, α-Methyl-, (αr)-, (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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