Description

5-Amino-6-Bromo-1-Naphthonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic nitrile building block. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines an electron-withdrawing nitrile group with reactive amino and bromo substituents on a naphthalene core, enabling precise synthetic modifications. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting kinase inhibition or acting as fluorescent probes for biological imaging.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the research and development of electron-transport materials and host materials for emissive layers.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for creating advanced colorants with specific light-fastness and electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Amino-6-Bromo-1-Naphthonitrile
CAS No.	1240642-73-2
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrN2
Molecular Weight	247.09 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-5-amino-1-naphthonitrile; 1-Naphthonitrile, 5-amino-6-bromo-; 5-Amino-6-bromonaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 6-Bromo-5-aminonaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 1240642-73-2; 5-Amino-6-bromo-1-cyanonaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Amino-6-Bromo-1-Naphthonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep away from strong acids/bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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